Portimao
Portimao It is a city in Portugal that is located in the Faro District, 2 kilometers from the sea, being considered an important center for tourism and fishing in the Algarve. Portimao has an area of 183 square kilometers and a population of 55.200 residents.
In this town you can find important archaeological monuments that are proof that humans occupied this area since the Neolithic, an example of this is the Necropolis in Monte Canelas.
In Portimao we have the possibility of getting to know the striking population of Alvor, which preserves charming streets with white houses, and colorful boats on the coast.
In the Old Town of the city we have the opportunity to practice religious tourism visiting the Mother Church of Our Lady of the Conception, which exhibits the most beautiful porticoes in the region. It is worth noting that the church dates from the year 1,476.
Portimao is an ideal destination for fans of ornithological tourism as you can see on the beaches, various species of birds during the migration season. Other activities To do in Portimao are water skiing, widsurfing and fishing.
Also in the paradisiacs beaches from Portimao, bathed by the soft waters of the Atlantic Ocean, we can appreciate beautiful sunsets. Some of the most recommended beaches are Playa de Alvor and Playa de Vau, the latter surrounded by large cliffs.
More information: Tourist guide to Portimao