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Cascais Former fishing village, Cascais is a cosmopolitan suburb of Lisbon and one of the richest municipalities in Portugal. Due to the favourable weather and to the excellent beaches, Cascais become a very popular vacation spot. It is a gateway for those who wish to visit Lisbon and its environments. With more than 10 golf courses Cascais is also an important golf destination. International tennis and motorcycling events take place here each year. | Book this City | Ericeira Ericeira is a fishing village nestled on the Atlantic shore, 50 km (31 miles) northeast of Lisbon. The mountains of Sintra rise to the east. The sea has given life to Ericeira for 700 years. The beach lures streams of visitors every summer. Narrow cobblestone streets, singular monuments, the sea, the fishing, the local cuisine based mainly on lobster, the bold Atlantic views, all give charm to this old village and welcome tourists with hospitality. | Book this City | Estoril A few miles from Sintra lays Cascais, Estoril is a glamorous resort with beautiful beaches along the Portuguese Riviera. It is the perfect location for some of the Portuguese Aristocracy and some of the wealthiest citizens of Lisbon for their summer residences. A former residence of Juan de Borbón, pretender to the Spanish throne during the last part of the 20th century the famous Casino of Estoril is the largest in Europe. The remains of Roman mansions dating back around 2,000 years are other sites.
| Book this City | Queluz The Queluz Palace is the country's finest example of Rococo architecture. One of the highlights inside is the grandiose Throne Room, lined with mirrors and adorned with crystal chandeliers. The Ambassadors' Room is outstanding, with a marble floor and a ceiling painting of the royal family. English and French-style furniture, fine porcelain fill the other rooms. The beautiful gardens overlooked by the Rococo façades are adorned with elaborate statues and fountains with themes of classical mythology. | Book this City | Sintra Once the royal town of Portugal, Sintra is a small town that looks like an illustration in a fairy tale. The town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site on account of its 19th century Romantic architecture, and it is a major tourist attraction. The most notable site is the Sintra National Palace a combination of Moorish, Gothic and Manuelian styles. Inside is a beautiful collection of ancient and rare tiles and murals. Other attractions are the Palácio da Pena and the Castelo dos Mouros. | Book this City |
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