Set on a cliff overlooking the River Guadiana, the small town of Mértola in Portugal seems frozen in time, a silent witness ...

The castle served as a fortification for the Romans, Visigoths and the Moors, who turned it into a royal palace before it was eventually taken by Portugal's first king, Afonso Henriques.

From historic landmarks to scenic coastlines, explore the highlights that make Portugal one of Europe’s most inspiring ...