Portugal is a popular destination for travelers thanks to its cultural attractions and natural beauty. On your next visit to the country, make time to explore these cultural and natural UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Alto Douro Wine Region: Viticulture is an important tradition in Portugal. Wine has been produced in this region for more than 2,000 years.
- Central Zone of the Town of Angra do Heroismo in the Azores: This was an important port of call from the 15th–19th The town is being restored following damage from a 1980 earthquake.
- Cultural Landscape of Sintra: Sintra is a center of 19th-century European romantic architecture. The numerous castles there are built with Egyptian, Gothic, Moorish and Renaissance architectural elements.
- Laurisilva of Madeira: The only natural site on the UNESCO list, the laurel forest boasts unique plant and animal life.
- Monastery of the Hieronymites and Tower of Belém in Lisbon: The monastery and tower are both iconic attractions of Lisbon, exemplifying Portuguese art. The site was designated in 1983.
- University of Coimbra – Alta and Sofia: The newest site on this list, added in 2013, it is a prime example of university integration with a city.
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