PRETTY PORTUGAL by isabelle noack

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Welcome to Portugal. This country has maintained its borders since 1279 making it one of the oldest countries in Europe. Lisbon - the capital of Portugal - is one of the oldest city in Europe.

Portugal is known for its mix of stunning landscapes, colorful houses and old trams as well as the Atlantic Ocean, all of which you can find here in Porto, the second largest city in Portugal right after Lisbon.

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Do not be fooled by the beautiful beach and ocean, the temperatures of the water are very cold….

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Porto in the North of Portugal is known for its Port wine and Douro River and it is so pretty here that it was proclaimed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996.

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Almost everywhere you are in Porto, you are surrounded by water, stunning architecture and the warm Portuguese sun.


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Vila Nova de Gaia already existed under the Roman Empire. Today it is known for its many wine cellars, where the famous port wine is stored and aged.

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Another day another beautiful building. This time it is the stunning central station where we take a train to another amazing city in northern Portugal. Welcome to Guimareaes!

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Since 2001 Guimaraes historic town centre is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site for being an "exceptionally well-preserved and authentic example of the evolution of a medieval settlement into a modern town" in Europe.

Guimarães also plays an important role in Portugal’s history because of the role it played in the foundation of this country. The city is often referred to as the "birthplace of the Portuguese nationality” because it is believed that Portugal's first King, Afonso Henriques, was born there,For some decades, Guimarães was the capital of the County of Portugal.