The “Portas do Sol” Viewpoint in Lisbon, Portugal, is located behind the Church of Santa Luzia. Continue reading ““Portas do Sol” Viewpoint – Lisbon, Portugal”
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Plaza of the Immaculate – Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Facing towards the north facade of the Cathedral we will find the Plaza de la Inmaculada framed by the Monastery of San Martiño Pinario. It is also known as the “Plaza de la Azabachería”, because it was the home of workshops dedicated to jet carving for a long time. Continue reading “Plaza of the Immaculate – Santiago de Compostela, Spain”
“The most beautiful bookstore in the world”
Many have said that it is “The most beautiful bookstore in the world” and we can attest to it.
The Neo-Gothic building of 1906, which is the home to the Lello Bookstore in Porto, Portugal, receives thousands of visitors from all over the world every day, who, like us, do not miss the opportunity to have the unique experience of this fabulous space. Continue reading ““The most beautiful bookstore in the world””
Replica of the “Botafumiero” – Santiago de Compostela, Spain
When in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, one seldomly is able to witness that special moment one looks forward to, the botafumeiro in full action and movement. We managed to enter the Cathedral and participate in the Sunday Mass, especially dedicated to pilgrims. And yes, we were blessed to observe the whole process of putting the botafumeiro in motion. Continue reading “Replica of the “Botafumiero” – Santiago de Compostela, Spain”
The Episcopal Palace – Braga, Portugal
The bishopric of the Bracara Augusta was founded in 388 by Paternus, its first bishop in which it was the parish of San Jose de San Lorenzo and San Juan de Souto. In 1071 it was declared an archdiocese and in 1112 the counts Henrique and Teresa donated the city to the archbishop, thus creating the first ecclesiastical fief of Braga that lasted until the 18th century. Continue reading “The Episcopal Palace – Braga, Portugal”
The Market Square – Santiago de Compostela, Spain
The Market of Provisions of Santiago de Compostela in Corunna has become a great point of tourist interest, surpassed only by the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. It has close to three centuries of history serving both the compostelanos, restaurants and bars in the city. Continue reading “The Market Square – Santiago de Compostela, Spain”
Church of “Santa Maria do Olival” – Thomar, Portugal
In talking about the city of Tomar, the attendant at the reception desk of the hotel where we stayed in Lisbon, strongly recommended that we visit the Church of “Santa Maria do Olival”. And, although we found it closed, we could not enjoy its interior and we were able to appreciate the structure, its surroundings and its particularities. Continue reading “Church of “Santa Maria do Olival” – Thomar, Portugal”
Costa Vella Viewpoint – Santiago de Compostela, Spain
From the Costa Vella Viewpoint you can see in the distance, the towers of the Convent of San Francisco in Santiago de Compostela (Galicia-Spain). Continue reading “Costa Vella Viewpoint – Santiago de Compostela, Spain”
The “Santa Bárbara” Garden – Braga, Portugal
Right beside the Episcopal Palace, we find the Garden of Santa Bárbara, a garden that fills the historic center of the city of Braga in Portugal with color. Continue reading “The “Santa Bárbara” Garden – Braga, Portugal”
Railroad Station of San Bento – Porto, Portugal
Upon visiting the train station of San Bento, we confirm why it is considered by many as the most beautiful in Europe and even the World. Continue reading “Railroad Station of San Bento – Porto, Portugal”