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Portugal
Visit Braga in one day and Bom Jesus do Monte. The city of archbishops
To the north of Portugal we find a historic city and one of the most important in the country. This is Braga, also known as the City of Archbishops, and its Archdiocese is one of the oldest in the world. In Braga, considered one of the best cities to live, is the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, one of the main pilgrimage points in the world and its simple presence is already a reason to visit this city. What to see in Braga in one day 1. Visit Bom Jesus do Monte We are going to start our visit…
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Portugal
What to see in the Medieval City of Braganza in one day
Called Bragança in Portuguese, this beautiful city dominated by its great castle is located in the north of Portugal, very close to the border with Spain and Puebla de Sanabria. It is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful cities in the north of the Portuguese country. It is worth making a detour to this city to get to know it and enjoy its monuments and its history. The main monument of Braganza is its Castle, which is located in the highest part of the city, so from there you can have wonderful views of the surroundings. The main…
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Porto
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Porto
The main streets and squares to walk through in Porto
Porto is a city to walk around and get to know on foot. Of course, with a lot of patience because some of its main streets are very inclined and it will cost you a lot. But it’s worth it because Porto is a very special city where you can breathe an atmosphere that you can find in few places. In Porto you will alternate between the most traditional streets where you will find traditional shops, clothes hanging in the windows and that nostalgic air that is breathed in Portuguese cities, with more modern ones full of unique buildings, large…
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Porto
How to visit the Porto Stock Exchange Palace
The Stock Exchange Palace is one of the most important buildings to see in Porto. It is without a doubt, essential thanks to a truly spectacular interior although the exterior of the building is also very interesting. It dates from the mid-19th century and was built to be the headquarters of the Porto Commercial Association on the ruins of a Franciscan convent. Today it is a World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful monuments in Portugal. If you want to visit the Palacio de la Bolsa, we tell you how to do it and what to see in…
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Porto
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Porto
The six bridges that cross the Douro River in Porto. Which are?
In all the cities that are crossed by an important river there is a bridge that stands out above all the others and that is a symbol of that city. In Porto, the Don Luis I Bridge is the one that meets this requirement, but the greatness of Porto is that all the bridges that cross its river have their charm. In fact, there is a very popular excursion, the Cruise of the 6 Bridges, which takes you to see all of them on a boat to see them up close and to also have the opportunity to get to…
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Porto
The São Bento Station, an essential place to visit in Porto
Train stations always have a great charm, either because of their architecture or because of the history that their platforms and halls have experienced. But the São Bento Station in Porto is a very special railway station that you should not miss. If you have arrived by train at this Porto station, it will be the first thing you see. And if not, you have to go to her. The San Bento Station dates back to 1916, although the first train to this place arrived at the end of the 19th century. The building is an authentic architectural jewel located…
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Porto
Visit the Libería Lello and Irmão de Porto, the most beautiful in the world
The most beautiful in the world, that is the opinion of many of those who have visited it. And it is that the Lello e Irmão Bookstore in Porto is a place with a special charm that makes it receive numerous visitors every day attracted by its great beauty. It is located on Rua das Carmelitas, very close to the most visited monument in Porto, the Clérigos Tower, so combining both visits is very common in the city. Also, if you are a big fan of the Harry Potter books, this bookstore should not be missed. What to see in…
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Porto