Why Portugal is 2017 hottest travel destination
Why Portugal is 2017 hottest travel destination
Portugal, a small, vibrant and picturesque European country has topped every traveller’s list. It is predicted to become 2017 hottest travel destination.
Portugal, has been long popular with savvy travellers, who secretly enjoyed this country’s natural splendours, historic cities, delicious cuisine, stunning coastline and famous vineyards.
According to Travel + Leisure who has named Portugal its 2016 travel destination of the year:
Tourism is on the rise in this country because of its diverse landscape, affordability and year-round warm weather
Skifts reports Portugal’s tourism “boom” shows “no signs of slowing,” as European visitors head there in droves.
What follows below is a small glimpse of Portugal’s abundant resources and rich heritage, everything you need to plan a trip there. Whether you like historic cities, great wine, breathtaking beaches or exotic islands, Portugal has it all.
Since pictures speak louder than words here are some photos that will have you planning a trip to Portugal ASAP.
Colourful Porto, Portugal’s second major city
Eifel bridge,Dom Luis Bridge,Over the Douro River, Porto
Belem Tower, monument to Portugal’s Age of Discovery, Lisbon
Trams in Lisbon are one of the best methods of transport for getting around the city
The Monastery of Batalha, was built to commemorate the victory of the Portuguese over the Castilians at the battle of Aljubarrota in 1385
Portugal has a stunning coastline with many splendid beaches
Aveiro’s half-mooned shaped boats used in the canals
Costa Nova beach houses, painted in bright coloured stripes, in Aveiro
Traditional Portuguese pavement (cobblestone) is a historical heritage of the Roman
The Park and Palace of Pena are Portugal’s greatest example of Romanticism
Judging by the array of pictures above, it is no wonder that Portugal is becoming a popular travel destination. It has unrivaled natural beauty, abundant history, beautiful coastline and amazing cuisine.
