Jewish Cemetery & Isaac Bitton Museum – Faro
The Faro Jewish Cemetery is the last remaining vestige of the post inquisition Jewish presence in the Algarve. 106 graves in the cemetery, which [...]
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Algarve Old StuffMaritime Museum – Faro
The Maritime Museum was created in 1910 and has a vast collection dedicated to the sea. Artifacts focus on maritime and fishing activity in [...]
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Algarve Old StuffAlcoutim Castle
The Alcoutim Castle was built in the 14th century to defend the border from invaders. It sits atop a hill overlooking the Guardiana River [...]
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Algarve Old StuffMunicipal Museum of Archaeology – Tavira
The 16th century Palácio da Galeria is the home for Tavira’s Municipal Museum. It is the city’s focal point for cultural events and programs. [...]
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Algarve Old StuffTavira Castle
The Castle of Tavira sits high in the center of city. Although now just a shell, it sits in tribute to a greater monument [...]
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Algarve Old StuffPaderne Castle
The Castle of Paderne sits in a dominant postion on a hill next to the Quarteira River. It can be seen by passing motorists [...]
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Algarve Old StuffCastro Marim Castle
Built in the thirteenth century by King Afonso III, Castro Marim Castle sits on a high hilltop overlooking the mouth of the Guardiana river. [...]
