6 THINGS TO DO IF YOU VISIT

PORTUGAL

GROUP 5 :
- AULIA NURANISA FITRIA
- FARAH AMALIA D
- KAYLA MAHARANI
- NABILA FAUZANI
- RAYA AULIYA AZZAHRA
- VARGHI LERENTZIO B.P
 6 THINGS TO DO IF YOU VISIT
PORTUGAL
Portugal is a great choice, particularly if you like all things maritime related, as
Portugal stretches for 800 kilometers along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It is graced with
Lisbon as its capital city which sits at the entrance of the majestic River Tagus.
Much of the country is a mix of rugged and scenic landscape coupled with rolling
stretches of Mediterranean landscape. As it lies along the coast you will find some beautiful
beaches here in addition to picturesque coves, quaint villages, and a thriving cultural scene in
Lisbon.
Portugal also has a range of islands on its coast for you to enjoy such as Madeira
which is known as the Garden Isle thanks to its lush vegetation, or the secluded and serene
Azores archipelago. Wherever you choose to go, Portugal is bound not to disappoint and you
will be amazed at how much you can pack in when you visit this small but exciting country.
Here are the best things to do in Portugal:
1. Pena Palace (Palácio da Pena) is one of the
most popular tourist attractions in Portugal and a
highlight of Sintra, a convenient day trip from
Lisbon. Considered one of the finest expressions
of 19th-century Romanticism in Europe, it’s both
a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the
Seven Wonders of Portugal. Set atop a hill and
enveloped by green forest, Pena Palace is
instantly identifiable because of its bright red,
yellow and mauve facades, scalloped white
trimmings and pointed turrets. It might look
cartoonish in photos but seen up close in person,
it’s very lavish indeed.

2. Madeira is a popular destination for hiking.

The hometown of the famous soccer star,
Cristiano Ronaldo, is also known as the
Floating Garden of the Atlantic because this
island has views of green mountains that are
rich in flora and fauna coupled with beautiful
views of the beach beside it. Some of the
landmarks to visit on the island are the home of
Christopher Columbus, the Museu CR7, the
Madeira Wine Museum, and several flower
gardens.
 3. Castelo dos mouros or we can call The Castle
of the Moors is a hilltop medieval castle
located in the central Portuguese civil
parish of Santa Maria e São miguel, in the
municipality of sintra, about 25 km (16 mi)
northwest of Lisbon. Built by the Moors in the
8th and 9th centuries, it was an important
strategic point during the Reconquista, and
was taken by Christian forces after the fall of
Lisbon in 1147. It is classified as a national
Monument part of the sintra Cultural
Landscape, a UNESCO World heritage Site.
This castle is almost the same as the wall of
china. and also we can take a beautiful picture for our instagram.

4. Going to Portugal and not canoeing at

Furnas Lake is a big miss on one of the
most thrilling things to do in Portugal. A
walk or a bike ride on the 5 miles long track
circumferencing this lake will certainly
pamper you with stunning views of bamboo
forests, redwood forests, meadows, and far-
reaching jungle vines. Take your camera
and go canoeing at the lake to capture some
of the best views and cherish them forever. Have a great time here.

5. Watch sea animals inside large

aquarium at The Oceanario de
Lisboa. The Oceanário de Lisboa is a
large public aquarium whose prestige
is widely recognised, not only in
Lisbon and Portugal, but also across
the world. Visited by approximately
1 million people every year, the
Oceanário is the most popular
cultural attraction in Portugal.
 6. The old center of Guimarães
is a UNESCO World
Heritage Site, given that this
noble city was once the
capital of Portugal. That was
during the 12th century,
when the country's first king,
Afonso Henriques,
proclaimed this northern city
the birthplace of the nation. A
hugely evocative place,
Guimarães is the location of a
number of important historic
monuments. Actually,
Guimarães's famous main
square appears straight out of
the Middle Ages, with its elaborately carved granite facades; ornate statuary; and
the Padrão do Salado, a 14th-century shrine standing in front of the monastery.