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City and Town Guides
- Rich Histories, Legendary Places
The cities and towns of the Silver Coast have been at the centre of many of Portugal's important historical events and are the birthplace of some of its most enduring legends.
Monuments and memories
There are places here where miracles are said to have happened, sites of superb royal architectural folly, monumental buildings that will take your breath away, famous places like Fatima that draw pilgrims from all over the world, and places where it is still possible to lose yourself in lanes and alleyways where life is lived at a pace remembered from a world long gone. The best way to experience it all is to park the car and wander the streets on foot.
World heritage sites
In the Silver Coast region there are more UNESCO World Heritage sites than in any other part of the country. Three of Portugal's seven architectural wonders can be found here. But don't just come for the culture. The towns are also where the nightlife, arts, restaurants and shopping are to be found.
The 'sky of glass' in Caldas da Rainha is a walkway between the park and thermal hospital that doubles as an exhibition and performance space.
Silver Coast City and Town Guides