GUARDA GUIDE: WHAT TO VISIT, DO, WHERE TO EAT AND SLEEP

CLEAN AIR AND STORIES FROM HISTORY IN GUARDA.

Heir to a rich and unique cultural heritage, the highest city in Portugal has more than 800 years of history in its walls and holds one of the most beautiful and best preserved built heritage sites in the country. It is known as the land of the 5 F´s: Forte (strong, for the hardness of its granite), Farta (full, for its fertile valleys and the generosity of its gastronomy), Fria (cold, given the mountain climate), Fiel (faithful, as History proved) and Formosa – beautiful, for all that is in sight of those who visit it.

Judiaria

Jewish quarter

Porta da Erva

Porta da Erva

The purity of the mountain air justifies the reputation of a city of health and well-being, which, along with cultural, sports and leisure facilities, provides countless opportunities for discovery. Depart from the imposing Sé, with the appearance of a fortress, and roam the narrow streets of granite palaces and old houses with Gothic windows. Next to the walls, almost intact, visit the ancient Jewish quarter. Outside, in the main square, the 16th century arcades are home to cafes where the heart of the city can be seen beating.

Sé

Cathedral

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela is a must in this itinerary, as well as the river beaches, ideal for summer days, or the countless historic villages distributed throughout the region.

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