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Viana do Castelo is considered one of the most important cities in the north of Portugal, and for good reason. Sitting on the Atlantic Coast and on the mouth of the Lima River, Viana was long the first line of defense in protecting the coastline and valley around the town, and this tradition can be seen at such points of interest as the Forte de Santiago da Barra. The historic city center reached its golden age in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, and even today it is still evident in the wide, tree-lined avenues leading to Rococo-era mansions with distinctly Manueline features. The area between the Praca da Republica and the riverside marries history with the modern day, best illustrated by the imposing presence of the Monument to Freedom, built 25 years after the end of the Estado Novo.
The north of Portugal is teeming with life, and this flexible vacation package allows you to see its popular areas, beginning in Porto (former home of Portuguese royalty, this friendly city is known for its Port wine cellars, vibrant nightlife, and culture) and Viana do Castelo in the Costa Verde area (sunshine laden beaches, medieval churches, and colorful handmade crafts). With a rental car the entire coast is at your disposal. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
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