Portugal

Norte

Alto Douro Wine Region
A river valley landscape shaped by centuries of Port wine cultivation and production.

Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte in Braga
An exquisite example of Portuguese Baroque architecture expressing a spiritual journey.

Historic Centre of Guimarães
A charming medieval city center, considered the birthplace of Portuguese nationhood.

Historic Centre of Oporto, Luiz I Bridge and Monastery of Serra do Pilar
A beautiful urban landscape with diverse historical architecture in a range of styles.

Centro

Monastery of Alcobaça
A masterpiece of Gothic Cistercian art and architecture.

Monastery of Batalha
A well-preserved and impressive masterpiece of Late Flamboyant Gothic architecture with Manueline Baroque elements.

Convent of Christ in Tomar
An architectural retrospective of Portugal and the Knights Templar in the form of a monastic center dating to the 12th-16th century.

University of Coimbra – Alta and Sofia
Portugal’s oldest university, with centuries of architecture and ancient traditions.

Lisboa

Monastery of the Hieronymites and Tower of Belém in Lisbon
Two striking buildings from Portugal’s “Golden Age” of global exploration and seafaring.

Cultural Landscape of Sintra
A fine collection of fanciful Romantic-style palaces and castles.

Royal Building of Mafra – Palace, Basilica, Convent, Cerco Garden and Hunting Park (Tapada)
One of the most impressive baroque structures in all of Portugal.