Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Regions at a Glance
Estremadura & Ribatejo
Monasteries
A cluster of Unesco World Heritage sites, Tomar, Batalha and Alcobaça are splendid reli-
gious monuments easily reached from Lisbon. With soaring arches, Manueline ornamenta-
tion and pretty courtyards, these medieval-Renaissance masterpieces are
the
reason to visit
central Portugal.
Seafood
Ask a Lisboeta where to go for seafood, and they'll point you to Ericeira. This coastal vil-
lage is full of restaurants where you choose the catch of the day and it is grilled on the spot.
Surfing
The waves of Baleal, Supertubos and Ribeira d'Ilhas draw throngs from around the globe,
and national championships are often held here.
