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One word for Tomar and Castle of the Knights Templar: Spectacular

Templar

Castle of the Knights Templar as the sun sets

Using the word spectacular when describing a place, person, or thing can prove dangerous. As it relates to Portugal, I will take the risk. The Castle of the Knights Templar and Convent of Christ is otherwise spectacular.

To reach the Castle of the […]

The Duero and Duoro are Dynamic and Dramatic

Dynamic

Duero and Duoro are names for a dynamic and dramatic European river. Regardless of the naming, the 554-mile waterway is rich in history, crucial economically, and replete with spectacular views and great-tasting wines.

The Duoro River at Peso da Regua

River and Its Wine

The Duero and Duoro River with […]

Capturing The Amazing Algarve

Portugal’s Algarve region is breathtaking. The variety in its terrain is surprising. It includes sunny white beaches, rocky coastlines, sea caves, steep cliffs, and a lush tree-covered countryside.

The Algarve is in southern Portugal, on the Atlantic. The coastline extends to the Spanish border. It stretches from Odeceixe in the northwest to Santo Antonio […]