This week, I’m here in the Northern Portuguese city of Bragança, near to the Spanish border. ‘Why Bragança?’ I hear you ask! Well, this is the first time that we travelled to Portugal with our dog, Blake. The best way was to take the ferry from Portsmouth to Santander, so that we didn’t have to […]
Tag Archives: Portugal
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On my first day in Castelo Branco, the countryside Beira district of Portugal, I was welcomed to one of the most beautiful gardens in Castelo Branco. It is, quite possibly, the most beautiful Baroque garden in Portugal and one of the most beautiful gardens I ever laid eyes on. Jardim do Paço Episcopal – or […]
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If you are staying anywhere near Monsanto in Portugal then please take some time to visit this beautiful and authentic mountain top village. The Castle was used in the filming of the Game of Thrones, the restaurants are traditional and the views will amaze you. I spent one day in Monsanto and totally loved it. […]