Portugal has much more an offer than the charms of cosmopolitan Lisbon and the beaches and golf courses of the Algarve, as enticing as they are to holiday-makers. As you will discover in the sumptuously illustrated pages of this guide, it is a land with a fascinating seafaring history, unspolit villages, fine wines, and some of Europe's most captivating scenery.
This expanded and updated edition in the award-winning Eyewitness series covers every aspect of this varied country, breaking past the south coast resorts to reveal the least explored corner of Western Europe. Using the unique cutaway maps and 3D models, visit Oportos cathedral district, enjoy panoramic views from the mountaintop village of Mosanto, and marvel at the luxury yachts in the harbour at Vilamoura.
You'll also find the perfect introduction to Portugal's maritime provinces, Madeira and the Azores, which boast fine white beaches, old towns, forests, and unforgettable dolphin watching. Full-colour maps and plans enable you to explore the diverse regions in depth, whilst walks, scenic routes and thematic tours will ensure you wont miss a thing.
Illustrated food features highlight regional gastronomic delights and the guide comes complete with an impressive selection of restaurants and hotels. Equipped with over 1,000 sumptuous photographs, tour the rugged landscapes, rural backwaters and sophisticated cities of beautiful Portugal this guide will lead the way.
A Free Rough Guide 25 book will automatically be added to your bag when you purchase this product. You will see a special discount appear on your order which will deduct the full value of the bonus book!
You can view the whole collector's set of Rough Guide 25's here. Each Book gives you 25 reasons to grab your passport, stop what you are doing and go!
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