Cabo de Roca, Sintra, Portugal
Cabo da Roca is a beautiful cliff, emerging 140 meters above Atlantic, it is said to be the most westerly point of mainland Europe. It is located about 18 km far from Sintra & about 40 km from Lisbon and surrounded by small fishing villages hidden among the forests of Sintra. The windswept cliffs of Cabo de Roca were believed to be the edge of the world up until the late 14th century, and the spectacular, desolate scenery adds to the allure of the location. The raging Atlantic Ocean waves pound the base of the massive jagged cliffs while challenging hiking trails follow the coastal paths. If you’re hoping to get there by public transportation, then the bus 403 (Cascais Line – Sintra) is the one you should look for. This bus departs from the Cascais terminal. It takes 20 minutes to get to Cabo da Roca and 35 minutes to get to Sintra’s central station. Before entering the bus, make sure it stops to Cabo da Roca since a lot of them are directing straight to Sintra. This place was amongst my favorite spots in Portugal, interestingly it also houses the oldest lighthouse in Portugal. A quick drink at this place will be the ultimate relaxation experience, but be sure to carry warm clothes too.
Wearing hiking shoes would not hurt either…….
PS – I could not have a drink because I was pregnant.
Faro, Portugal
Faro, Portugal, is well known as a sun-worshipper’s paradise. Lovely weather and unspoiled beaches are the highlights of what this spectacular region has to offer.
Ilhas Desertas – This secluded island is the perfect place to go when you want to escape the summertime crowds. To get there, you’ll take a ferry that leaves from a dock, which is a mere five-minute walk from old-town Faro. After a relaxing, forty-minute journey, you’ll disembark onto an island nearly deserted, but for the seagulls and a few other lucky visitors. There’s a restaurant here, but you can just as easily pack a picnic lunch. Don’t forget the sunscreen, either.
Old Town Faro – Travelers on their way to the beach often overlook Faro’s Old Town, but they’re missing out on one of the best things to do in Faro! Here, you’ll find winding cobblestone streets, stately old churches, plenty of shops and restaurants, and lots of lovingly restored 18th century Portuguese and Moorish-style buildings. In Old Town Faro, it’s almost like you’re stepping back in time.
Praia de Faro – This is one of Faro’s most popular beaches, and with good reason, too. The beach stretches nearly as far as the eye can see in either direction, and the water is a glittering, unbelievable blue. There are plenty of watering holes here, serving up delicious fare at affordable prices, and it’s a beautiful place for people-watching during the busy season. Kick back and enjoy the sun!
To be continued...
To be continued...
By
Rucha Flora Kris
Pune, India
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