An architectural gem nestled into a promontory overlooking a prehistoric landscape.

An 11th-century medieval castle cascades over the town of Numão.

This little-known national museum houses over 40,000 works of art from across the world.

The extravagance of Portugal’s "Pink Palace" resulted in a noble title being awarded to its owner.

One of the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridges.

A fortress off the West coast of Portugal that dates back to 1502.

These small, triangular, colorful houses are a staple of Madeira Island.

Come for the bread-themed puppet show, stay for the buffet.

A chunk of the "true cross" is held in this small Portuguese church where modern day exorcisms are said to be common place.

Nestled in the mountains of Portugal is a tiny village made almost entirely of schist.

Iron Age runes and ruins hide in plain sight along this Portuguese beach.

A neolithic tomb converted into a tiny chapel.

An ancient tomb that still stands in Portugal.

An abandoned tuberculosis hospital said to be haunted by the patients who died within its walls.

A small but charming botanical garden that contains many exotic plant species.

One of the few places in Portugal where the Celtic ritual of wearing large wooden masks is still practiced.

One man's remarkable private collection of art from around the world.

This now abandoned restaurant provides some of the most amazing views of Lisboa.

This castle has links to Portugal’s founding and struggles for independence.

Europe's oldest still-operational tea farm also boasts a spectacular view.

Pagan monument converted to Christianity with the population.

Rainwater transformed this old quarry into a peaceful pond you won't find in most tourist books.

Portugal’s highest lighthouse has one of the most impressive focal planes in the world.

A micronation on an islet along the coast of a Portuguese island.