Traveling southern Portugal 2015
Traveling along the coast through Lagos, Sagres, Evora and Lisbon.
Cape St. Vincent, Sagres, Algarve, Portugal, Europe
Cape St. Vincent, next to the Sagres Point, on the so-called Costa Vicentina (Vincentine Coast), is a headland in the municipality of Sagres, in the Algarve, southern Portugal. This cape is the southwesternmost point in Portugal. It forms the southwestern end of the E9 European Coastal Path, which runs for 5,000 km (3,100 mi) to Narva-Jõesuu in Estonia. Approximately six kilometers from the village of Sagres, the cape is a landmark for a ship traveling to or from the Mediterranean. The cliffs rise nearly vertically from the Atlantic to a height of 75 meters. The cape is a site of exuberant marine life and a high concentration of birds nesting on the cliffs, such as the rare Bonelli's eagle, peregrine falcons, kites, rock thrushes, rock pigeons, storks and herons. Cape St. Vincent was already sacred ground in Neolithic times, as standing menhirs in the neighborhood attest. The ancient Greeks called it Ophiussa (Land of Serpents), inhabited by the Oestriminis and dedicated here a temple to Heracles. The Romans called it Promontorium Sacrum (or Holy Promontory). They considered it a magical place where the sunset was much larger than anywhere else. They believed the sun sank here hissing into the ocean, marking the edge of their world. According to legend, the name of this cape is linked to the story of a martyred fourth-century Iberian deacon St. Vincent whose body was brought ashore here. A shrine was erected over his grave; according to the Arab geographer Al-Idrisi, it was always guarded by ravens and is therefore named by him كنيسة الغراب (Kanīsah al-Ghurāb, meaning Church of the Raven). King Afonso Henriques (1139–1185) had the body of the saint exhumed in 1173 and brought it by ship to Lisbon, still accompanied by the ravens. This transfer of the relics is depicted on the coat of arms of Lisbon. The area around the cape was plundered several times by pirates from France and Holland and, in 1587, by Sir Francis Drake. All existing buildings including the Vila do Infante of Henry the Navigator fell into ruins because of the Lisbon earthquake of 1755. The Franciscan friars who cared for the shrine stayed on until 1834, when all monasteries were disbanded in Portugal. The present lighthouse is 24 metres (79 ft) meters high and was built over the ruins of a 16th-century Franciscan convent in 1846. The statues of St. Vincent and St. Francis Xavier had been moved to church of Nossa Senhora da Graça on Point Sagres 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) away. This lighthouse, guarding one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, is among the most powerful in Europe (the most powerful being Phare du Creach on the French island of Ushant, off the coast of Brittany); its two 1,000 W lamps can be seen as far as 60 kilometres (37 mi) away.
Boutique Hotel Redondo Portugal
Boutique Hotel in Redondo, Portugal
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Eye-catching in scale and understated and gentle in spirit, this recently renovated estate is full of life and color, and connects perfectly with the rugged native landscape. We love the bleached silhouettes, vibrant accents and classic Portuguese style. No wonder this Boutique Hotel in Redondo, Portugal is a Michelin star winner!
Idyllic and peaceful, with a delightful mix of rustic and contemporary charm, this authentic Portuguese villa has been transformed into a full service hotel with a sophisticated eye for detail and an informal ease.
Situated around olive groves and vineyards below the Serra D’Ossa mountains, the structure preserves the traditional features and classic details of authentic local architecture. The horizontal profile is arranged around a vast interior courtyard and fountains, surrounded by gardens with views of the countryside.
Bright and welcoming, the former country estate retains it’s rural character but has been updated with modern comforts and hospitalities and a full service restaurant.
With three master suites, two junior suites, an interior apartment and an original 19th century farm house, there are multiple living accommodations, each inspired by the color palette of the native wild flowers of the area and outfitted with individual rustic decor.
The on site gourmet restaurant serves meals in the main dining room or alfresco on the outside terrace. Locally sourced from nearby producers as well as the on site gardens and farm, the menu is fresh and seasonal.
The expansive exterior living spaces and poolside lounge are some of the finest spots to enjoy the view and relax in comfort and style. Even in the dog days of summer, it's a downright cool place to stay in Redondo, Portugal.
Additional features
Concierge services, complimentary daily breakfast buffet and fresh fruit provided throughout the day. Full service restaurant, bar and lounge. In room aromatherapy massage, minibar and Castelbel amenities. Traditional cooking workshops, Pottery classes and Yoga. Free Wifi, satelite TV, Book and DVD library.
Around
The Country House is located within a few minutes of the sleepy village of Redondo and within a short drive of Estremoz, Vila Vicosa, Monsaraz, the Alqueva Lake and Évora. Each offers its own attractions including wine tasting in the Best Enotourisms and Cellars, medieval castles and Villages, restaurants and shopping. Located in the greater district of Evora, the historic town center is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Location
Redondo, Alentejo, Portugal
Romana Bed & Breakfast - Ciampino - Italy
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Romana Bed & Breakfast hotel city: Ciampino - Country: Italy
Address: Via Romana Vecchia 64; zip code: 00043
Romana Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation in Ciampino, a 10-minute drive from Castel Gandolfo and Lake Albano. Every room at this bed and breakfast is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV.
-- Le Romana Bed & Breakfast propose des hébergement à Ciampino, à 10 minutes de route de Castel Gandolfo et du lac d'Albano. Chaque chambre est climatisée et dispose d'une télévision à écran plat.
-- El Romana Bed & Breakfast ofrece alojamiento en Ciampino, a 10 minutos en coche de Castel Gandolfo y del lago Albano.
-- Das Romana Bed & Breakfast bietet Ihnen eine Unterkunft in Ciampino, eine 10-minütige Fahrt von dem Castel Gandolfo und dem Albaner See entfernt. Jedes Zimmer in diesem Bed & Breakfast ist klimatisiert und verfügt über einen Flachbild-TV.
-- Romana Bed & Breakfast biedt accommodatie in Ciampino, op 10 minuten rijden van Castel Gandolfo en het meer van Albano. Elke kamer van dit bed & breakfast biedt airconditioning en een flatscreen-tv.
-- Il Romana Bed & Breakfast sorge a Ciampino, a 10 minuti d'auto da Castel Gandolfo e dal Lago di Albano.
-- O Romana Bed & Breakfast propõe acomodações a 10 minutos de carro de Castel Gandolfo e do Lago Albano. Todos os quartos neste alojamento de acomodação e pequeno-almoço são climatizados e possuem uma televisão de ecrã plano.
-- Romana Bed & Breakfast住宿加早餐旅馆位于钱皮诺（Ciampino），距离Castel Gandolfo镇和阿尔巴诺湖（Lake Albano）有10分钟车程，提供客房。 这家住宿加早餐旅馆的每间客房均配有空调和平板电视。客房设有带浴缸或淋浴和坐式浴盆的私人浴室，提供浴袍和免费洗浴用品。Romana Bed & Breakfast住宿加早餐旅馆各处均覆盖免费WiFi。 住宿加早餐旅馆设有共用厨房。 Romana Bed &...
-- Obiekt Romana Bed & Breakfast oferuje zakwaterowanie w miejscowości Ciampino, 10 minut jazdy od miasta Castel Gandolfo i jeziora Albano. Każdy pokój w tym pensjonacie B&B jest klimatyzowany i wyposażony w telewizor z płaskim ekranem.
-- Отель типа «постель и завтрак» Romana расположен в городе Чампино, в 10 минутах езды от города Кастель-Гандольфо и озера Альбано. В каждом номере установлены кондиционер и телевизор с плоским экраном.
-- Romana Bed & Breakfast erbjuder boende i Ciampino, 10 minuters bilresa från Castel Gandolfo och Albanosjön. Alla rum på detta bed and breakfast är luftkonditionerade och har en platt-TV.
-- Το Romana Bed & Breakfast προσφέρει μονάδες στο Ciampino, σε απόσταση 10 λεπτών οδικώς από το Castel Gandolfo και τη λίμνη Albano.
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