Portugal is on everyone's mind these days ... told Travel + Leisure. "It has a beautiful Old Town surrounded by a verdant and bucolic countryside, with mountains, rivers, forests, and fields ...
Tavira's Old Town is a maze of architectural beauty. Wander down narrow streets and discover centuries-old treasures around ...
In fact, in terms of modern history, the town is almost as old as Portugal. The country's history can be traced back to 1140 AD when its first king, Afonso Henriques, ascended the throne.