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For stunning beaches, dependable sunshine and excellent tourist
facilities the Algarve and Southern Portugal is hard to beat.
But dig a little deeper and the discerning traveller will find a
region with a rich historical and cultural heritage ripe for
discovery. The legacy of successive Roman, Moorish and Christian
rulers in Southern Portugal lends the region a rich mix of
architectural styles, culminating in the magnificent walled city
of Evora, a UNESCO world heritage site. Elsewhere, the interior
is typified by hillsides dotted with almond and olive trees and
peaceful whitewashed villages. However, it is the beautiful
coastline that is the big draw for most visitors, and despite
extensive development in some areas it is eminently possible to
find a secluded beach to relax on. Algarve and Southern
Portugal's highlights for the traveller include: spectacular
coastline: stunning beaches, cliffs, tiny coves and fishing
villages; the architectural legacy of Roman, Moorish and
Christian civilisations; excellent tourist and sporting
facilities - world-class golf courses and sailing; and exploring
the beautiful and relatively unexplored interior offering an
authentic slice of Portuguese life. This title is part of a
range of popular, compact guidebooks perfect for planning all
sorts of holidays - whether long-haul, short-haul, regional
tours and city breaks. Full of useful information on walks and
tours, accommodation and eating out, shopping options and top
travel tips, they're all you need for your holiday right at your
fingertips. The features include: user-friendly design; 180
colour photographs & 15 colour maps; easily accessible A-Z
format for key practical information; and feature spreads to
illuminate cultural & historical background. |
