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Top 10 tourist attractions in Portugal

1. Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Lisbon – The church and monastery embody the spirit of the age, and feature some of the finest examples of Manueline architecture found anywhere in Portugal; the beautifully embellished decoration found on the South Portal is breath-taking. Inside, the beautiful cloister is equally exuberant. Appropriately, the church houses the tomb of Vasco da Gama and other national figureheads, including Luís de Camões, Portugal's greatest poet and chronicler of the discoveries.
2. Oceanário de Lisboa - Lisbon's oceanarium is one of Europe's best and largest oceanariums, containing a vast array of fish and marine animals. Four separate sea- and landscapes recreate the ecosystems of the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, and Antarctic oceans. A huge central tank, visible from different levels, teems with shark, ray, and many other finned wonders and denizens of the deep. Complementing this amazing spectacle are the open-air landscapes where penguins, sea otters, and other cute and cuddly birds and mammals co-exist in carefree harmony.
3. Palácio Nacional de Sintra – Easily recognized by its huge conical chimneys, Sintra's National Palace dates from the late 14th century and is the oldest surviving palace in Portugal. Regally furnished, the building is set over several floors, has glittering domed hall embellished with the coats of arms of 72 noble Portuguese families. The old town is a maze of cobbled lanes lined with handsome town houses painted in pastel hues of pink, mustard, and lilac and this is a Unesco Heritage Site.
4. Torre de Belém - Completed in 1521 as a fortress to defend the approaches to the River Tagus, the tower is regarded as a masterpiece of military architecture. Designed in the Manueline style by Francisco de Arruda, the façade is a confection of beautifully carved stone, typified by maritime motifs such as twisted rope and the armillary sphere. An impressive Renaissance loggia heightens the decoration. The tower's cultural significance is such that UNESCO has listed it as a World Heritage Site.
5. Convento do Cristo, Tomar – Founded in 1160 as the headquarters of the Order of the Knights Templar, the Convent of Christ is as awe-inspiring as it is mysterious, and at its centre is the medieval Charola, the original Templar church, richly decorated and exuding all the strange symbolism associated with the Order of Christ. The 16th-century cloisters bewitch with Manueline flourishes and tease visitors with their concealed spiral staircases. And the convent's magnificent Manueline window.
6. Bom Jesus do Monte – Portugal's grandest religious sanctuary, is located on a wooded slope six kms east of Braga and comprises a monumental Baroque Escadaria (stairway) and the church of Bom Jesus, this spectacular complex also features several chapels adorned with sculptured scenes from the Passion of Christ, fountains positioned at various points on the long ascent, and statues of biblical, mythological, and symbolic figures.
7. Universidade de Coimbra – A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the historic buildings of Coimbra University, surround a beautiful colonnaded central square, the Paço das Escolas. The Alta and Sofia wings of the university - a former royal residence - has the astonishing Biblioteca Joanina, a decorated library installed in 1717 by King João apart from the dazzlingly ornate 16th-century Capela de São Miguel, not missing the landmark 18th-century clock tower.
8. Museu Calouste Gulbenkian – The museum's collection numbers of 6,000 pieces, all of which belonged to just one man - Calouste Sarkis Gulbenkian, a wealthy Armenian oil magnate who bequeathed his priceless hoard to the Portuguese nation upon his death in 1955. Quite simply, this is one of the finest collections of art in Europe. The exhibits span more than 4,000 years from classical and oriental Antiquity to European art of the early 20th century – from 11 Roman medallions found in Egypt; 16th-century illustrated manuscripts; masterpieces by Rubens, Rembrandt, and Turner; Louis XV and Louis XVI furniture; and Art Nouveau jewelry made by Rene Lalique.
9. Castelo de Guimarães – A UNESCO World Heritage site, it was built in the 10th century, but substantially extended by Henry of Burgundy two centuries later, the stronghold, on an elevated outcrop of granite, comprises a central keep - the Torre de Menagem ¬- surrounded by massive battlements and fortified towers. Dom Afonso was baptized in the tiny Romanesque chapel of São Miguel, located just outside the castle walls, and visitors can peek inside the diminutive space to see the font.
10. Evora's Roman Temple – Évora's impressive cathedral was consecrated in 1204 and this celebrated religious building melds the Romanesque with the Gothic and the Baroque. Nearby is Évora's most iconic monument, the Roman Temple. Erected in the 2nd or 3rd century AD, this is the most impressive Roman building in the country. In fact, Évora's historic legacy is such that UNESCO has declared the destination a World Heritage Site.

• Ice-Skating in Frederiksberg – It is probably the best thing to do in Copenhagen in December. The entrance to Frederiksberg is covered in ice and is open for the public to enjoy the amazing ice-skating in the outdoor skating arena with your families and friends.
• Visit the Trelleborg Fortress – Want to know how the Vikings lived? Head to Trelleborg, one of the most fascinating attractions dedicated to the Viking period. Check out the Viking fortress at which also has a Viking village, cemetery and museum, with various excavated wonders.
• Stop by Den Gamle By - This open air museum in the city of Aarhus, features nearly 100 historical structures collected from all corners of Denmark and resembles what a village might have looked like during the lifetime of Hans Christian Andersen. The toy museum is a delight for families with kids and there are actors re-enacting the lifestyle of a bygone era.
• Check out the Island of Bornholm - A picturesque Danish island known for its fishing and arts and crafts industry, one can visit the spectacular beaches or explore Almindingen, which is Denmark’s third largest forest or roam the village of Svaneke with its ancient buildings and abundant art galleries or have fun at the kids amusement park called Joboland. Or do everything.
• Copenhagen Hop-On Hop- Off Tour by Bus and Boat – If you have a shortage of time and want to cover as many tourists spots in Copenhagen, this is an ideal option for any visitor.

• Sardinhas assadas – A platter of freshly grilled sardines, is comfort food in Portugal. A perfectly grilled sardine has flavourful flaky white meat and smoky, crispy skin.
• Açorda - a dish made with day-old bread and poached eggs served in a herbed broth, is a typical peasant food.
• Peixinhos da Horta – A vegetarian dish of breaded green beans fried to a golden crisp and is eaten as a starter or snack with a drizzle of lemon juice on top.
• Bacalhau à brás – It is one of the best fish dishes; a combination of onions, chips, olives, parsley, egg and, of course, cod.
• Pastel De Nata - World’s famous egg custard tart in filo dough that is best served warm, fresh out of the oven and sprinkled with cinnamon and powdered sugar.