Vila Seca ... on the way home.

Chose this place only because it is half way between Seville and home. Actually it is quite nice!
Seville - first impressions

Seville - the rest of the day

Parque das Nacoes, Lisbon

Site started for Expo 98 and since developed further. Ultra modern.
Lisbon cable car

Fun ride on the cable car at Expo 98.
A tribute to Takashi Amano

He not only created the aquarium at Lisbon but this smaller exhibit displaying wabi sabi, which honours the interplay between beauty, simplicity and imperfection.
Lisbon Oceanarium above the water

Lisbon Oceanarium

Probably the finest aquarium in the world and nobody knows about it.
Atlantic coast north of Lisbon

The most westerly point of Europe. Why were there so many Chinese tourists there?
Paula Rego Museum (Cascais)

Fascinating and fun.
Cascais (north of Lisbon)

Charming little resort on the coast. Beautiful by the sea but a bit touristy further back with plenty of "pubs" etc. Property prices here similar to Cote d'Azure.
Lisbon revisited

Obidos

The name "Óbidos" is a Latinised (oppidum, citadel) derivation of the older Celtic "Eburobricio". The municipality had its growth from a Roman settlement near the foothills of an elevatedOkumaya devam et
Nazare

According to the Legend of Nazaré, the town derives its name from a small wooden statue of the Virgin Mary, a Black Madonna, brought by a monk in the 4th century from Nazareth,. Today it is aOkumaya devam et
Porto: final thoughts

We were somewhat surprised to find a Banksy exhibition here. Went to a craft market and a flea market but all we got were fleas ...the statue is very symbolic and is dedicated to the heroes of theOkumaya devam et
Porto

We have done very well with the weather. Sunny but cold and a bit windy at times.
Porto

Mixed feelings about Porto. There are some very nice buildings spread out over a large area. And it is very up and down. The public transport is excellent and a great way of getting around.
Matosinhos

Small industrial & fishing harbour north of Porto and along the Atlantic coast. Funny mixture of old and run down and new. Easy reach of Porto by bus or metro.
Museum of Contemporary Art

Amongst other things, a brilliant exhibition of the work of Joana Vasconcelos. A lot of her work is large and kinetic so photos do not do it justice.
Pinhao Douro Valley

Amazing terracing and very picturesque valley. Perfect for tasting port!
Porto

Home of port and at the mouth of the Douro river.
Vila Real

Vila Real is the capital and largest city of the Vila Real District, northern Portugal. Stooped for a break in the driving. It çonfirmed our suspicions there is nothing much to see in the poorerOkumaya devam et
Braganza Castle

The Castle of Bragança (Portuguese: Castelo de Bragança) is a well-preserved medieval castle located in the historic center of the city. Started in 1129 it has been developed ever since. With theOkumaya devam et
Braganza

Inside the perimeter wall, up close to the castle for safety, is old Braganza. Not safe enough - invaded by hundreds of tourists every day...
Burgos

In Burgos en route to Portugal, where we joined in a demonstration for Women's Rights. Gorgeous medieval town centre.
Gezgin
Mimosa??
GezginLooks like we won’t meet. We plan to set out for Spain (Cadiz initially) on Thursday. First night in Bouzigues (where we’ll probably have an oyster or two!) and maybe Vila Seca for the next night (following your visit). Have a safe drive home. Weather here is lovely! XX
Gezgin
No....more suggestions please!