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.
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