Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Day 136 of 148 - PORTIMAO, PORTUGAL

 Date: 5/20/2024   Day 136   Port: PORTIMAO, PORTUGAL

Description: Framed by golden sands and impressive cliffs, Portimão offers a relaxing beach getaway for sun-seekers. For lovers of history and architecture, take a stroll through the medieval Castle of Alvor, and for those that enjoy the beauty of nature delight in the cultivated fields and slopes covered with pine trees and wildflowers. Visit the Igreja da Nossa Senhora da Conceição that dates back to the 14th century. After a devastating earthquake it was restored with an altar made from walnut wood and the interior walls that feature religious depictions in azulejos tiles. Bring home traditional lace, ceramics, leather goods and baskets.

Planned Excursion: CAPE ST. VINCENT, SAGRES & LAGOS

7.0 Hours   Strenuous Activity  # PO6-002

Behold beguiling ocean views from Cabo de São Vicente at the southwestern tip of Portugal.  Admire a historic working lighthouse that remains one of the continent’s most powerful beacons.  Marvel at an enormous compass rose at Fortaleza de Sagres, a National Monument of Portugal.  Delight in a delicious lunch in the lively coastal town of Lagos.  Witness breathtaking sights from Ponta da Piedade’s dramatic seaside cliffs.

Today's Notes: Another wonderful stop, it is soo good to be back in a European country again.  I went on the planned excursion and my wife Cathy remained onboard with a stomach bug.  Could have been something she eat.  I hope she is better by the time we get to Lisbon.  The excursion was great and it was everything described above.  This was a tendering port where we anchored out and took the lifeboats ashore.  

Videos

Click Here --> Cabo de São Vicente-Portugal

Click Here --> Ponta da Piedade’s-Portugal

Please check back, I have a lot of pictures and video to review, process and upload in the next upcoming sea days.  




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