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Exploring Faro
Situated at the southern tip of Portugal, Faro is a beautiful city and the capital of Algarve region.
The city is endowed with natural beauty as well as rich cultural heritage. Historically the oldest city Faro hosts paramount values of the cultural patrimony, namely its cathedral, the. "Arco do Repouso" and the "Nossa Senhora da Assunção Convent".
It’s Culture and traditional dress is reflected in its whitewashed houses, with characteristic roots, arches and narrow streets. The city boasts on the Rio Formosa lagoon- it is a nature reserve of over 17.000 hectares and a stopping place for hundreds of different birds during the spring and autumn migratory periods.
The history of the city dates back to the roman period when it happened to be an important area in the region. However, the name of the city has been originated from the name of a Muslim chieftain who used to rule the place during the Moorish period. It was the Moors who ruled most powerfully after the Romans. Still there are eye-catching Roman and Moorish architecture carefully reserved in the city. While you are in the city you might feel like you are somewhere lost in the extravaganza of nature and history.
Explore the several nearby locations in Faro that can easily be accessed in your car from Faro car rental. Next to it, for instance is Almancil. It is a small town that houses the church of São Lourenço de Matos, which is quite famous for its interior and the coloring of its tiles. You can also hire a car in Faro Airport and travel towards the North to Estói. It is a small village that depicts the roman ruins to perfection. In the same direction is the Santa Barbára de Nexe that is also worth a visit. So come out of your hotel room, rent a car in Portugal and explore this magnificent city!
Travel guide to Faro
Exploring Faro
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