As one of the two pearls of the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal is less famous than Spain, but also has countless historical buildings, fascinating scenery, and beautiful small towns like paradises. Among them, there are the historical towns that have been listed as world heritage sites, mysterious mountain villages that are rarely known, and colorful fishing villages. Each has its own charm!

Sintra is a green town near Lisbon, and Byron once praised her as the "Eden on Earth". There are many castles, palaces and mansions built by the nobles to avoid the summer heat. Palacio Nacional de Sintra, the summer residence of the Portuguese nobles, is located here. Sintra was listed as a World Heritage Site in 1995. The remains of the Castelo dos Mouros, Palacio da Pena, and the mysterious Quinta da Regaleira are all worth a visit. If you have time, you can go to Cape Roca to enjoy the boundless sea and sky, and feel the romance of the ends of the earth. Cascais

Cascais is located 30 kilometers west of Lisbon. Because the Portuguese royal family used to travel here during summer in the 19th century, the small fishing village turned into a popular tourist attraction. The small town has beautiful beaches, which are full of sun-bathing tourists in summer, and fishing boats can still be seen on the shore. Boca do Inferno is about 2 kilometers southwest of Cascais and is the most famous natural landscape here. It's a natural hole formed on the 30-meter cliff, with the waves of the Atlantic Ocean slapping against it, and the sea water flowing in. You will be amazed at the uncanny workmanship of nature here.

Obidos was the gift of King Diniz of Portugal to his queen Isabel in the 13th century, thus it became the queen's territory. Because of this romantic story, it became a place where people love to get married. There are well-preserved castles, labyrinthine streets and white houses, all making it very fun to walk around. It is also a famous chocolate city in Europe. Every spring in March, there is a grand chocolate festival. On this exhilarating festival, even the costumes of the models are decorated with various chocolates. They look really stunning and sweet.

Albufeira is the most famous and popular seaside resort in Algarve, a white town built by the Moors on the cliff. The narrow streets, exotic coastal scenery, soft beaches and blue sea water make every visitor feel as if they have entered a holiday paradise where they can indulge in the sunshine.

Camara de Lobos is a scenic fishing village on Madeira Island, Portugal, only 15 kilometers from the capital Capital Funchal. You can drive on the highway to get there quickly. The entire fishing village was built on a bay reef and looks like a charming mirage from afar. Beside the blue sea, the small buildings with white walls and red tiles possess a fresh and simple beauty. Walking into the stone-paved alleys, you can enjoy the ancient and exotic atmosphere with no bustling crowds or other tourists. Local fishermen still make a living by fishing, and during the day they gather in the streets and gossip, creating a vivid picture of life.

Evora is an ancient city in the south-central part of Portugal. It houses architecture from ancient Rome to the Renaissance, from the Gothic period to the Moorish period. Although they have undergone all kinds of vicissitudes, they have all been well preserved. In 1986, the ancient historical center of Evora was listed as a world heritage site. Evora also has a well-known "Capela Dos Ossos". This small chapel built with skeletons is located in the West Hall of the Church of San Francisco in Avila. The chapel is made up of bones, from the walls to the pillars. Under the dim light, the human bones are neatly arranged. If you are brave enough, you can go and have a look.

Located on the south coast of Portugal, Tavira is a popular Portuguese resort town near Spain. Tavira is a fascinating city, with the Gilão River dividing the city into two parts. There are many elegant 18th-century buildings on both sides of the river, giving you a strong sense of history. Tavira Castle is the most prominent historical building in the city, its ruins occupy a prominent position where you can overlook the entire town. In addition to the ancient castles, Roman bridges and churches, the islands and beaches near Tavira are also very popular.

In the Serra da Estrela in Portugal, a medieval village called Monsanto stands on a high cliff, where the most historical cultural heritage in Portugal is preserved. It was once voted as "the most Portuguese Village". Although the town of Monsanto is small, it is very special, mysterious and charming. The most incredible sight in the town is the rocky crevices on the narrow streets that hold a large boulder in place which squeezes the residents' houses. About half of the people in this town live under the boulder, but after centuries, everyone is still safe. These ancient stone houses are still firm, and the mysterious scene attracts thousands of tourists.