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Spotlight On: Mosteiro dos Jerónimos (Jerónimos Monastery)

Located in Belém, a district of Lisbon known for its connections to the Age of Exploration, the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos is one of many popular monuments in the area. Its construction was ordered by King Manuel I to celebrate Vasco … Continue reading

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Portuguese Culture: The Tiles and the Pavement

Portugal is a small country, but its history is ancient and its cultural background rich. Art is ingrained in the Portuguese from a very early age, and it can take a lot of different forms, many of which are seen … Continue reading

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3 Night Route: Cities of Northern Portugal

The north of Portugal is a region that comprises several districts, including Porto and Viana do Castelo, which you can easily visit by staying in our Pousadas. These cities have many beautiful historical places so, in order for you to … Continue reading

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April events that you won’t want to miss in Portugal

There is always something going on in Portugal, and this is especially true in springtime – from classical music marathons to food festivals, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Here are some events to look out for!

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10 Portuguese Phrases You Need to Know

Although there are a lot of different expressions in Portugal, varying from the north to the south (and the islands), some are commonly used and can be applied everywhere you choose to go in the country. Learning how to say … Continue reading

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4 Reasons to Visit Sintra

Sintra is a town enveloped in mystery, and each of its historical sites is surrounded by legends. It’s also a town known for its literary heritage and vast array of monuments, including prehistoric ones, like dolmens. Because Sintra is rich … Continue reading

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4 Reasons to Visit Évora

If you’re planning on visiting the Alentejo region you can’t miss Évora, the only Portuguese city to be a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network. Its history spans more than two thousand years, and it’s still etched on … Continue reading

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Fun Activities to do in the Azores

Not all Pousadas in Portugal are on the mainland. We have two beautiful historic Pousadas in the Azores, an archipelago of nine volcanic islands set in the northern Atlantic. Although they are on different islands, Faial and Terceira, you can … Continue reading

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4 Things You Can Do In Obidos

Obidos is a place unlike others in Portugal. In 1282, the town was given as a wedding gift by King Dinis to D. Isabel, his bride, and since then little has changed in the medieval feel of Obidos. Even though … Continue reading

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