Oporto

City

Overview

Standing at the mouth of the great River Douro, Oporto is synonymous with the fortified wine that originated here. The cellars of all the great names of Port – Grahams, Taylor, Warr – can be found here and many can be visited. This is an unexpectedly beautiful city, full of contrasts and not yet overrun by tourism; it therefore offers the visitor a reminder of the legacies of Portugal’s past, from dazzling Baroque churches to spectacular walls of azulejos (hand-painted tiles) or mansions tucked away in huge parks. At its heart, Portugal’s second city is a hilly labyrinth of narrow, cobbled streets which meander down to the river’s edge. Traditional architecture combines with excellent restaurants, a thriving arts scene and sandy beaches which are easily reached by tram.

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