When it comes to exploring these medieval villages, azulejo art museums, and chilled-out beach towns, don’t rush it.

As the local saying goes: “Lisbon shows off and Porto works.” But this cliche is a well-worn metaphor that fails to do justice to the city's innumerate charms fully.

Fado is a traditional music genre from Portugal, characterized by mournful songs and themes of longing, separation, and nostalgia.

For wine connoisseurs, the rolling hills of Alentejo, Portugal are a pure delight, resembling an artist’s palette filled with rich hues and stunning landscapes.

An extensive coastline with soft golden sand on every beach, a long summer and plenty of sunshine all year round make Portugal an obvious choice as a holiday destination.

The Azores islands originated as a result of the 1766 volcanoes that are to be found in this archipelago, nine of which are still active.

Benagil Cave, also referred to as Algar de Benagil, is probably the most famous of all the sea caves in Algarve, Portugal.

Pastel de Nata looks like a cross between a custard tart and a cake. The outside is crispy and flaky, while the inside is creamy and sweet.

Did you know that Lisbon is known as the architectural and cultural pearl of Western Europe, and one of the oldest towns in the world?

Tiles (called Azulejos) are everywhere in Portugal. They decorate walls of churches and monasteries, palaces, ordinary houses, park seats, fountains, shops, and train stations.

Trams are the ideal means to explore some of the most interesting spots of Lisbon's historical and architectural heritage, or simply to tour the city.