Cities and Towns

Within the immediate area, we have some very interesting towns and cities worth visiting:

Porto is Portugal's second city, famous for its port wine trade, is just an hour's drive away. It is one of the most beautiful cities in Portugal. For detailed information please click here.

Santiago de Compostela is just 1.5 hours away over the border in Spain. It is a city where, according to a legend, the remains of the apostle Saint James were found. Nowadays the stunning city of Santiago is the second most important Catholic Pilgrimage centre, after Rome. For detailed information please click here.

Vigo is the largest city in Galicia, over the border in Spain, and only 45 minutes away. Known as "The Barcelona of the West". For detailed information please click here.

Ponte de Lima is a pleasant town named after its famous bridge over the river Lima, with both Medieval and Roman sections. For detailed information please click here.

Barcelos is a medieval walled town. Worthy of a visit are the Ceramics Museum, the largest market in Portugal, and walking tours around the ancient Jewish quarter or in the streets with medieval houses and Baroque manors. For detailed information please click here.

Lisbon is Portugal's capital city. Although four hour's drive away from Yavanna, it is well worth considering for those who want to extend their stay. Lisbon is the westernmost capital in mainland Europe. The historic centre of Lisbon is built on seven hills, making some of the city's streets too steep for vehicles. The city is served by three funicular services and its famous trams. For detailed information please click here.

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