For centuries, Covilhã was an important city in the region for the production and manufacturing of wool for clothes, coats...
This collection of historic villages located on the eastern side of Central Portugal provides a unique escape from hectic urban life. Each village has its own distinctive character and is worthy of a day trip, weekend get-away or extended holiday.
Who would guess that Portugal has some of the most interesting and awe-inspiring spaces devoted to books? Porto is home to the most beautiful bookstore in the world, Livraria Lello. But, the University of Coimbra in Central Portugal is the location for one of the world’s grandest and unique libraries, the Biblioteca Joanina.
Few know that Aveiro is a true center for the Paris-school of art nouveau architecture. The city center is full...
Cargaleiro Museum is a showcase for a vast collection of works held by the Foundation Manuel Cargaleiro. These include colorful...
Created in 1933, the Museum José Malhoa, is the first purpose built museum in Portugal. It was created to honor...
WOOL, the respected urban art festival nestled in the central Portugal town of Covilhã, brings to life more large-format murals...
The Museum of Art Nouveau (Museu Arte Nova) in Aveiro is the coolest new stop on the Portugal cultural scene. The museum resides in the Casa Major Pessoa, one of the most architecturally admired buildings in the city. Building design is attributed to architects Silvia Rocha and Ernest Korrodi.