Delightful non-tourist corners of the world where true beauty is hidden. Prague is not the most touristic place. Lake Thingvallavatn, Iceland
famous cities world give tourists a lot of impressions! Bright lights of the metropolis, a kaleidoscope of sights, a sea of entertainment... But in every country, as in the theater, something important is sure to remain behind the scenes. Traveling outside the capitals, we discover the customs of the indigenous people, the small streets of beautiful settlements, unusual buildings past centuries, wonderful ethnic houses and marvelous corners of nature.
For you virtual journey 15 provincial places of the planet, revealing the true character of the country.
1. Yvoire, France
The colorful village of Yvoire is over 700 years old. Despite military battles and natural collisions, the settlement has retained its historical appearance. Near Lake Geneva there is a small castle built by Count Amadeus V of Savoy. Cobbled streets, charming residents, cozy old houses, graceful flower gardens... Such a place could not but enter the Association of the most beautiful villages France!
2. Kangaroo Island, Australia
Kangaroo Island can be safely attributed to the places where adults and children dream of being. A third of the territory here is occupied by nature reserves and National parks. You will be impressed by the grandiose landscapes against the backdrop of giant rocks and green expanses. Here on a walk you can meet kangaroos, monitor lizards, koalas, platypuses, as well as many birds: pygmy penguins, black cockatoos, barn owls, etc. And in ocean waters dolphins and seals frolic. Australia in this place will open before you as a freedom-loving country full of unprecedented beauty.
3. Bourtange Fortress, Netherlands
Bourtange Fortress, or Star Fortress, is located in the Netherlands. It was built during the Eighty Years' War, when the country was fighting for independence from the Spanish Empire. Architects came up with the new kind fortifications to protect against artillery. After the war, the bastion was abandoned, then it was strengthened and expanded again, and since the 19th century Bourtange has been owned by the local community. A tour of the bastion will be very informative, besides, there are beautiful landscapes.
The philosopher Ortega y Gasset wrote that this city has a fabulous silhouette. And Albarracin is often called " pink city». Beautiful name the settlement received under the Muslims (IX-XII centuries). Everything is beautiful here: the old winding streets, and the mountains of the Sierra de Albarracin, and green meadows, and rivers. Here you can also see the 18-kilometer aqueduct, which was built during the Romans. Walking along the cobblestones, you imperceptibly plunge into spanish flavor past centuries.
Devon is a picturesque county in England, washed by the Bristol Bay and the English Channel. Once there was Dumnonia, which was inhabited by the Celtic people. The bays of Devon are home to resorts, fishing villages and ports. It was in Devon that the great sailors Sir Francis Drake and Walter Reilly were born, as well as the "queen of detectives" Agatha Christie. And the events described in the book by A. K. Doyle "The Hound of the Baskervilles" also take place in Devon. Here you will see the true face of the country, in the image of which severe restraint, colorful landscapes, cozy houses and mysterious roads are intertwined.
6. Hokkaido Island, Japan
If you happen to visit Japan, don't forget to visit Hokkaido. Here, the Japanese perfectionists have created many places that give guests vivid impressions: the Unkai terrace on the top of the mountain, the wonderful aroma and colorfulness of lavender fields, ski slopes And Blue Lake. And here you can also see an incredibly charming animal - ezo momonga, which lives only here. And, of course, you will be surprised by the synthesis of careful attitude to nature and modern technologies.
The colorful town of Monsanto is hidden among granite boulders. The panorama is amazing: mountains, greenery, tiled roofs, stone streets. Once Monsanto was the center of the province of Beira Baixa. For eight centuries, the local landscape has changed little, so the town in 1938 was recognized as "the most Portuguese village." Wandering here is a pleasure, and enjoy traditional dishes you can in the restaurant located under giant stone(pictured above).
8. Feathered Canyon, Iceland
The Fjadrargljufur Canyon in the southeast of Iceland is an incredible creation of nature. From the pristine landscapes of this country is simply breathtaking. The Fjadra River Canyon was formed after ice age. Its length is about 2 km, and its depth is about 100 m. Not just a walk along the river bank, but a real adventure awaits you!
9. Alberobello, Italy
Miniature Alberobello is full of charm. Its wonderful trulli houses immediately win the hearts of travelers. Approximately one and a half thousand magical houses with cone-shaped roofs were built here. By the way, many of them are already more than 7 centuries old. The city is named after the forest that once grew nearby - Arboris Belli ("beautiful trees"). The world of provincial Italy will open before you in this unusual town filled with sunlight and decorated by inspired craftsmen.
10. Beech Alley, Ireland
Dark Alley (Dark Hedges) - unusual place. It is located near the village of Armoy in Northern Ireland. This stunning "beech avenue" was planted by the Stuart family 3 centuries ago. Their idea was to impress everyone who entered the estate, which today is a golf club. Also, according to an old legend, under the ancient trees you can meet the ghost of a certain Gray Lady... The locals value traditions and love riddles.
11. Kandovan, Iran
The village of Kandovan from afar looks like a giant anthill. About a thousand people live in houses created in stony rocks. But the ancient appearance of the settlement should not mislead you: the locals have long been familiar with modern comfort. A bizarre relief was formed in ancient times during the eruption of the Sahand volcano. By the way, the literal translation of the name of the settlement is “bee hives”. Once here, you will certainly feel like the heroes of a Persian fairy tale.
12. Hobbiton, New Zealand
The fantasy village was created on a sheep farm in one year by the efforts of 400 people for the filming of the famous Lord of the Rings trilogy. After finishing work on the film, the village was empty for some time. But soon all fans of the work began to come here to see with their own eyes the holes of hobbits, the Green Dragon pub, arch bridge, windmill and other colorful objects embodied in reality.
BarcelOOOShe! This is how, in my opinion, the name of the city should be written in order to express emotions after visiting this unique place. Today we are going on a non-standard journey through the streets of the historical and cultural center Barcelona. Well, I packed the essentials in a small travel bag, we hit the road.
The beginning of the way
I take off from the recently opened new terminal E from Sheremetyevo Airport, where in half an hour you can get without traffic jams by Aeroexpress. Arriving in advance, I imperceptibly passed the time with free wi-fi. Having studied the weather forecast while waiting and remembering the main interesting places to visit, I was sure that now I know almost everything about Barcelona. Moreover, this is my second trip to this city.
A little more than four hours of flight passed in one breath, since the aircraft was almost in full force flying to Mobile World Congress, and this is a great time to exchange experiences with representatives of different companies involved in modern technologies. After all, one of the goals of our Inspiration Tour was the presentation of a new line of smartphones HTC One— devices of a new generation with the embodiment of the most daring engineering and design solutions.
When I landed at the Barcelona airport, I realized that the weather forecast had not deceived me - the promised 13 degrees, even in the late evening, were comfortable after minus 7 in Moscow.
The first question of an elderly driver named Francesco, who met me, was whether I knew Catalan. I was very surprised and asked how it differs from Spanish. The fact is that Barcelona is the capital of the province of Catalonia, and all the inhabitants are very proud of this and distinguish themselves as a separate nation in multinational Spain. After some formalities, we went to the hotel. The road took no more than 15 minutes - and here we are in one of the central hotels of the city. In the evening, I no longer had the strength for a night walk, and I decided to get enough sleep before tomorrow's busy day. And these forces, as it turned out, were very useful.
Presentation of HTC One S
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Waking up in the bright Spanish morning sun, I went to breakfast. A huge amount of fresh fruit, fresh orange juice and a light breakfast finally transferred me to a country of a completely different mood. The presentation was scheduled for 11 o'clock, and since the Inspiration Tour itself was organized by the European division of HTC under the leadership of the British, it began to the minute.
Representatives different countries Europeans gathered at a round table to be the first to see and experience the new HTC One S. At the end of the presentation, each participant was given brand new smartphones and arranged a kind of competition: everyone must shoot everything that he will observe during the further excursion. Based on the results of the competition, the best shot will be selected. At first I was skeptical about the capabilities of the smartphone in terms of high-quality photos (and grabbed my professional camera), but after taking a few shots, I was finally convinced that the HTC One S announced at the presentation takes excellent pictures. After all, the camera of the new smartphone is the pride of HTC. The camera itself on the phone turns on almost instantly, 8 megapixel resolution, various shooting modes, including in low light, a series of photos by simply holding the button, instant switching from photo to video mode and vice versa - this is far from full list features of the HTC One S camera phone.
Secret places in Barcelona
So , having got used to the interface of the smartphone a little, we moved to non-tourist placesBarcelona. This was the peculiarity of our Inspiration Tour to see unusual places that only locals know. Having made friends with the guide, we set off for new experiences.
Our starting point was the Museum of Modern Art. Not far from it is unique place, for which the locals themselves call Barcelona the Second capital of the skateboard. Here we observed a large number of skateboarders skillfully performing various tricks. Some of our group of tourists had the opportunity to ride a skateboard. The quality of photos on the HTC One S in dynamics turned out to be simply excellent and comparable to professional equipment.
Architecture and library
Next, we went to meet the famous city architect Alexei Gimenez, who took part in the construction of various buildings during the 1992 Olympics, which took place in Barcelona. The meeting was scheduled in a historic place near the hospital of St. Pau, founded in 1401. The place is truly unique and very beautiful, with lots of greenery and a fountain in the middle of the patio. City residents love to just relax here, chat with other citizens, contemplate the stone vaults of various buildings. The city library is also located here, where every resident of Barcelona can find a book to his liking.
Local restaurants
After walking a little more through the narrow streets of Barcelona, we looked into a restaurant where we decided to try the local traditional cuisine, including insanely delicious seafood. Over lunch, we had the opportunity to chat with HTC's chief designer Claude Zellweger, who was creating HTC's new vision for a user-friendly and feature-packed smartphone. The most popular question turned out to be why HTC did not release smartphones with different color schemes of the back panels - this would attract the young and active part of the users of these devices. Claude promised to think over the proposal and thanked everyone for the rave reviews about the convenience and ergonomics of the device.
Having replenished our reserves of strength, we headed for a very mysterious place to a meeting with VJ Damian A. Pissarra, where in the basement this young and ambitious photographer and videographer creates unique video installations combined with psychedelic and trance music. Damian achieves truly beautiful and mesmerizing scenes broadcast on a large screen in a video studio using various graphic and light filters on a conventional camera and camcorder. Everything happens live, and each visitor can become a co-author of this work.
Despite the absence of sweltering heat (in Barcelona during the day it was about 15 degrees Celsius), many participants of the tour expressed a desire to try cold local beer in one of the establishments called London Bar. The place resembles a classic English pub with live sound. In the bar we had a chance to talk with the owner of the unique voice Tori Sparks, who performed her works with an acoustic guitar. Tory told her story of creative inspiration in Barcelona, where she often returns after numerous tours.
Puppet Theatre
The final stage of our Inspiration Tour was the Puppet house puppet theater led by the talented and very friendly Carlos Lopez. Located in an inconspicuous building, this place has its own history and fantastic energy. Huge human-sized dolls look almost like real people. Carlos and his comrades create the heroes of various stories with their own hands, write scripts and stage productions on an improvised stage here. We tried to control the puppets and participated in a small performance - it turned out to be quite difficult, as it seems at first glance. This is a whole art that fascinates. All members of the group were so passionate about what was happening that the time passed completely unnoticed.
Party
Tired , but very pleased with the emotions and impressions received, all participants of the Inspiration Tour went to the hotel to have a little rest before the HTC Party - a grandiose party in a club overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. After having dinner in one of the restaurants in the city and exchanging impressions with other participants of the tour, we went to Barcelona at night. Because in this moment Since the city hosted the Mobile World Congress, there were a lot of foreign visitors in the club. The atmosphere turned out to be very friendly, everyone could not only chat with the interlocutor they liked, but also make interesting acquaintances.
Traditional Barcelona
Having had a good sleep (fortunately, the time difference with Moscow allowed me to do this), the next day I went to the traditional tourist places of Barcelona. City since my last visit has not changed much - remained the same sweet, interesting and attractive.
Think , photos from gallery better than words they will talk about the beauties of Barcelona — a city that makes you want to return again and again for new emotions and impressions, which are sorely lacking in everyday Moscow everyday life. And going to the airport in the evening, you catch yourself thinking about how beautiful our world is, in which there is a place for such short, but at the same time bright trips that give energy to create with even greater enthusiasm.
help to enjoy the Catalan romance without nearby guests of the city who want to take photos of everything and annoying noise. I would like to add to the collection photos without silhouettes of tourists passing by, created in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. In this material, a list of 10 that are deprived of tourist attention.
Location: Barcelona History Museum, Royal Square, s/n, 08002 Barcelona
An example of Gothic architecture, work on which was completed in 1302. Of course, the chapel was placed on the square of the Gothic Quarter under the name Royal Square. Now the hall and Tinella with the Chapel belong to the Museum of the History of Barcelona. Here you can learn in detail about the past of the great city. One of the non-tourist ones gives the opportunity to see artifacts associated with the Romans, as well as those related to the Middle Ages.
The trip includes a visit to the Chapel of Santa Agaeda, the famous Sunbathing Altar designed by Jaime Uge, and other projects of historical value to the city. Most places in Barcelona to study Gothic attract crowds of tourists, but there are comfortable conditions that will appeal to lovers of a calm environment.
Non-touristic places in Barcelona: “Cats Fountain”
Location: Paseo de Santa Madrona, 28, 08038 Barcelona
The project appeared in 1918 according to the drawings of Anthony Homs. In the old days, this place in Barcelona was especially popular with lovers of picnics and conversations in nature. The song authored by Joan Amich glorified the "cat fountain" not only among local residents but also guests of the city. "Cat Fountain" is located in the magnificent Laribal Garden. The right place in Barcelona to go after a busy day at work.
Chapel of St. Matrona: a place for lovers of mysticism
Location: Avenue Montanyans, 48, Barcelona
The Middle Ages for Mount Montjuic are characterized by the creation of many chapels and hermitages, but to this day only the Hermitage of St. Matrona, built in the third year of the fifteenth century, has been preserved. There are many mystical legends about this.
In the middle of the 16th century, the chapel received the status of the patron saint of the city, and now its popularity in wide circles leaves much to be desired. The opening takes place on the fourth Sunday of Easter. It is worth paying attention to the tour, during which many legendary stories about the Montjuic cemetery associated with the activities of otherworldly forces.
Location: Paseo de Sant Gervasi, 47, 08022 Barcelona
While visiting the gardens of Tamarita, you can touch the era when the representatives of the bourgeois system did not deny themselves the construction of mansions, around which chic gardens were planted. For these purposes, the upper part of the city was used. Suitable conditions for measured rest. Travelers can use this non-tourist place in Barcelona to take a breather and plan further route by identifying priority souvenirs.
Location: Paseo de Santa Madrona, 2, 08038 Barcelona
Exploring the beautiful gardens of Laribal is a delight. The diversity of vegetation and the special system of water distribution can surprise anyone. This place in Barcelona is the first public rose garden in the capital of Catalonia. It is worth coming to the Laribal Gardens in order to appreciate the beauty that time has no power over with your own eyes.
Non-touristic places in Barcelona: bomb shelters
Location: Plaza Diamant, 08012 Barcelona
At the end of the last century, bomb shelters were discovered occupying a large basement in Place Diamant in the Gracia district. 12 m. to protect one's own life in the dungeon were created during the period civil war. They helped to save two hundred inhabitants during the attack on Gracia, which has a special strategic value due to a large number factories and industries. Not tourist places in Barcelona they please with free or inexpensive entry: you can get into bomb shelters for 3 €.
Doors for guests open on Sundays at 11:00, and a special tour will help you learn the most interesting historical facts.
Gardens of Mossen Costa i Llobera
Location: highway Miramar, 50, Barcelona
Rarity for European countries and a place in Barcelona specializing in succulents and cacti. The gardens are located near the central part of the Catalan capital. From here you can see the port and the coast in all its glory.
The inner courtyard of the monastery and the church of St. Anna
Location: C/ St. Anne, 29, 08002 Barcelona
In the grandiose variety of temples and churches of the Catalan capital, this wonderful example was lost. Not everyone knows about the presence of an inner courtyard at the church. This place in Barcelona is a square that serves as a smooth transition from Romanesque to Gothic. Guests will enjoy the beautiful architecture and cheap tickets(€2). Birds living here deserve special mention.
Multifunctional non-tourist place in Barcelona - Hospital of the Holy Cross
Location: Calle l'Hospital, 56, 08001 Barcelona
Rome is one of the world's most visited cities, but that doesn't change it originality and authenticity, there are a lot of non-tourist places in Rome, but you need to look for them. Of course, next to the Colosseum you will not see the true Roman life and immerse yourself in its unique atmosphere, and Rome is first of all a lifestyle, it is the breath of history and the people who created it, it is a combination of antiquity and modernity, it is delicious cuisine and culinary delights, this feeling of the charm of the moment without rushing anywhere.
Many travelers want not only to see the famous monuments and Museums, but also to walk along the unexplored streets, see the other side of the city, see everyday life or visit a truly unique place. I offer you several non-tourist places in Rome so that Vv can see this city from all sides and get a storm of emotions:
1.Testaccio Market
Here you can not only see the daily life of the city, but also taste all kinds of delicacies, so come on an empty stomach! There are no tourists at all here, and at the same time there are amazing shops with delicacies of local cuisine.
Open: from 7.30 to 15.30 (Sunday closed)
2. Quarter Coppedde
This is a small Liberty style quarter. The houses here seem to have left the pages fairy tale book, and here you can figure out the meanings of different characters for hours. There is mysticism and traces of Freemasonry here, and the houses themselves are extremely charming. Once it was built for the families of the government, but today extremely wealthy residents live here. And in the vicinity is the Paroli district, which is also extremely prestigious in Rome. Tourists do not wander here, so in the surrounding restaurants and barchuks you can see everyday life. city life.
3. Capuchin crypt
The crypt, lined with the bones of the Capuchin brothers 250 years ago, and all kinds of patterns and symbols were created from the bones and skulls, which carry a secret meaning, there are imperishable relics here, which you can see right in front of you. The place will be interesting for lovers of mysticism and religion, it is really unique.
4. Pigneto quarter
The area of underground style establishments, a favorite place for modern youth, but here you will not find luxury and discos, but rather small establishments with a homely atmosphere where local musicians can play in the evenings. Find an aperitif place for yourself, and then go for a walk in different bars.
Visiting time: evening
5. Campagna Amica Farm Products Market
Farmers from the outskirts of Rome sell the results of their labors here: from delicious sausages and cheeses to honey and sauces. The only drawback is that it is only open on weekends: on Saturdays and Sundays. Delicious plums, sausages, honey, jams, all kinds of sauces, oil and balsamic vinegar - all locally produced and of the highest quality. Here you can not only buy all kinds of delicacies and taste them, but also have a full meal with home-cooked dishes, though quite Spartan - on large tables without service. But that's exactly what you're looking for, isn't it?
Open: from 8.00 to 15.00 only on Saturday and Sunday
6. Parks Villa Ada and Villa Doria Pamphiji
They are not located in the very center and only indigenous people go there for a walk. Villa Doria Pamphiji is the most big park in the city, until the 20th century it was summer residence Roman aristocratic family, now - a favorite vacation spot of the Romans. Villa Ada, on the other hand, was the queen residence for hunting and outdoor recreation, and it retained the charm of the original forest, there is a huge number of all kinds of plants small lake with turtles. The park is so big that it is easier to get around on a bike.
Open: from 7.00 to 20.00
Open: from 7.00 to 21.00
7. Quarter Monti
One of the most authentic areas of the city, dotted with small streets and cute bars. In antiquity, there was a residential quarter of the subbur, where poor Romans lived, to this day ordinary Romans live here, though already with more prosperity. There are many cafes and restaurants where you can have a nice evening, but be prepared for the crowds of Italians and their loud conversations, this quarter is now in vogue among young people. And during the day, vintage shops and interesting workshops are open there.
Visiting time: after 17.00
8. Appian Way
This ancient road 4th century BC although it is known all over the world, tourists are brought there only to the catacombs, so I advise you to rent a bike right on Via Appia Antica itself and ride it for at least a couple of kilometers, seeing ancient mausoleums and tombstones in an atmosphere of suburban silence and harmony . And if you wish, you can go down to the catacombs, but the tours there are conducted only in English.
Visiting time: morning and afternoon
9. Non-Catholic cemetery
A mystical place, famous for its tombstones, worthy of the best museums in the world, it truly reigns here. magical atmosphere. Back in the 18th century, Protestants and Orthodox from high strata of society began to be buried here, here you can find the tombstones of Karl Bryulov, Kids and Shelley, as well as representatives of Russian princely families, and all this in the silence of trees and flowers right next to the ancient pyramid.
Open: from 9.00 to 17.00 (Sunday from 9.00 to 13.00)
10. Aventine Hill
One of the seven Roman hills that has preserved its ancient buildings. When the plebeians lived here, and now it is one of the most attractive places to live, so it is interesting to walk and walk along the streets, feeling the atmosphere of the city without tourists. But there are three places of particular interest here. First - orange garden, strewn with matching fruit trees and pines, offering a magical panorama of Rome. An ideal place to meet the sunset, and in the evening a musician plays here every day at this time. The second is a keyhole from where you can see as many as three states: the Order of Malta, the Vatican and Italy. The third is the Roman rose garden, decorated with hundreds of roses, but it shows its entire rocket only in spring and summer.
Open: from 9.00 to sunset
Non-touristic places and non-obvious routes of the Portuguese capital.
Lisbon is often called one of the most romantic European capitals. But that's not the point. Today Lisbon, like Berlin or Barcelona once, is the epicenter of contemporary art. All the young creativity, all the energy of current music, painting, poetry, architecture are concentrated here and, combined with the beautiful, albeit somewhat tired appearance of the city, creates an amazing effect.
1. Funiculars
Lisbon consists entirely of hills, so funiculars remain one of the most popular modes of transport here. There are three of them here: Bika, Lavra and Gloria. They look about the same, shabby yellow trailers with wooden benches climbing up the steep, winding streets. The first and oldest of the funiculars in Portugal is the Lavra. He is, oddly enough, the most quiet and unknown. Perhaps because there is not a word about it in the guidebooks. The final stop is in the secret urban garden of Torel, from where a magnificent circular panorama of Lisbon opens. The most colorful route is Bica, its station is located in Bairro Alto, on the path of tram 28.
2. Tram 28
Actually, the same funicular, only a tram. Route number 28, passing through the old city (Grasse, the castle of St. George, the labyrinths of Alfama, the center, Chiado, Bairro Alto and Estrela) is at the same time the best tour to the most beautiful places in the capital of Portugal. A ticket for 24 hours costs 3.95 euros. You can ride until you get bored, getting off at stops, wandering into cathedral museums, tasting wine in kiosks, and then just get on the next tram. The same ticket is valid for buses and metro.
3. Church of San Domingos
An incredible, absolutely mystical temple in the very center of Lisbon. The cathedral of the 18th century, of amazing beauty and grace, survived a fire, as a result of which the entire interior, as well as murals and frescoes, were almost completely and irretrievably lost. For some unknown reason, the temple was decided not to be restored, but it lives on, and services are held in it regularly. The grey, as if scarred walls, the crippled altar, the worn-out plaster, the light penetrating through the high windows, and the light, barely perceptible smell of burning somehow produce an effect much greater than the richest decoration.
4. Wine cellar Chafariz do Vinho
The vinoteca is located inside the monumental city aqueduct of the 18th century. You can go on a guided tour of the aqueduct, and then go to Chafariz do Vinho for a tasting. Some believe that this is one of the best places to get acquainted with local wines - in any case, the most interesting Portuguese sauvignon and chardonnay are collected here. During happy hours, from 18:00 to 20:30, you can taste four varieties of wine at half price.
5. K Urban Beach Bar
It is best to come to the bar on the banks of the Tagus River at sunset, when the rays of the sun are reflected simultaneously in the river itself and in the pool without an edge, along which wooden walkways are laid. The bar is open three months a year - from July to September, and this is the best place for relaxed meditation on the sofa with a glass of red.
6. Restaurant A Camponesa de Santa Catarina
Canteen in the highest sense of the word, a restaurant with home Portuguese cuisine. The decor is appropriate: worn tiles on the walls, soup in a saucepan, roast in pots, a long table for a large company. The portions are huge, the food is hearty and incredibly tasty. A bottle of wine costs 5 euros. Lunch smoothly flows into dinner, until it finally gets dark outside.
7. Confeitaria Nacional
Confectionery, existing since 1829. Classics of the genre: vintage interior, mirrors, the crunch of a parchment wrapper, the aromas of chocolate and mountains of all kinds of treasures on the counters flooded with light: marzipans, chocolate, hot Portuguese pies pastel, orange nougat ... In the mornings it’s not overcrowded here - the townspeople come to have breakfast, but by noon you can completely settle down on the veranda with a cup strong coffee.
8. Fado restaurant and club Clube de Fado de Alfama
One of secret places the capital of Portugal in order to hear not the tourist, but the real fado. The club is also a restaurant owned by singer Mario Pacheco. Sad songs about love are understandable without translation. The evening proceeds in much the same way as a tango evening in Buenos Aires or a flamenco evening in Madrid: everyone sits at tables, drinks port wine and listens.
9. Portinho da Arrabida beach
One of the most beautiful beaches around Lisbon. A bay surrounded by rocks with bright emerald water and yellow sand. Nearby there is a similar and also incredible picturesque beach Coelhos which is ideal for snorkelling. Unfortunately (or maybe fortunately), you can only get here by car.
