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Client:<\/strong> Portugal Travel Guide
Client Location: <\/strong>Lisbon (Portugal)
Industry: <\/strong>Tourism
Medium: <\/strong>Online Article<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brief:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To write a blog article exploring a wonderful hidden tourist location in Portugal. The location can be a region or city of your choice. It must contain at least five places to visit and be no longer than 1250 words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Piece<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Visit Set\u00fabal<\/strong>
<\/strong>Algarve, Lisbon and Porto are what normally spring to mind when planning to visit Portugal. It\u2019s true to say that these locations have much to offer, from good weather and beaches to history and culture, but very few travellers fail to head off the standard tourist trail. Looking closer you\u2019ll find that many other cities and regions also contain all the ingredients for a fantastic holiday and a memorable trip. This brings us to the city of Set\u00fabal, Portugal, and all the \u201cLuso\u201d charm that it brings with it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set\u00fabal is located approximately 30 miles south of the capital Lisbon, making it a great place to pop to even for a one day visit. The city is nestled between the Natural Park of Arr\u00e1bida and the Sado River estuary, which feeds into the Atlantic Ocean. From its humble beginnings as a small fishing village, it has since become the municipalities\u2019 capital and grown in population to approximately 120,000 inhabitants. With a dolphin colony, the nearby Tr\u00f3ia peninsula (with Flamingos), castles and great sea food, this largely unspoilt destination has become more popular as of late with tourists. Here is the Portugal Travel Guides list of things to see and do whilst visiting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Palmela Castle & S\u00e3o Filipe Fort
High above and overlooking the city of Set\u00fabal is Palmela Castle and the S\u00e3o Filipe Fort, with the penultimate one being the older of the two. The castle dates back to the 8th<\/sup> century but the area derives its name from its much earlier Roman founder Cornelius Palma. S\u00e3o Filipe Fort dates back to 1582 and was originally derived to protect the city against invaders from the sea. Both the castle and the fort have unique beautiful views over the city, Atlantic Ocean, Sado Estuary, the Natural Park and the whole region. You are able to book a stay in both locations and also wander through much of the castle and fort. We highly recommend having a coffee on the forts promenade with spectacular views over the river and beaches.

Dolphin Colony
Set\u00fabal\u2019s river is called the Sado. Even though it is one of the main all-year round seaports into Portugal and the Iberian Peninsula, it still presents you with beautiful blue and in some places crystal clear waters. So much so, that a whole colony of dolphins lives in the river, with local dolphin tours available should you want to pay them a visit. If you\u2019re lucky you may even see some whales!

City centre & Sea Food
The city centre has a lot of charm mixed with tradition and modern architectural twists. With its numerous restaurants, in which you can buy the local delicacy of \u201cChoco Frito\u201d fried cuttlefish, to endless cafes, where you can pick up a Pastel de Nata and an espresso, the city is full of places to eat and relax. It is also of no surprise that being next to the sea means the city is famous for seafood, from fried sardines, sword fish to bream and sole. Crabs, muscles, lobsters and oysters are never far behind. The main avenue every afternoon and evening has a vibrant family atmosphere and is full of smoke from the sheer number of barbecues in use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If history is your forte, then we recommend a visit to the 1490 monastery, a unique place full of 15th<\/sup> century charm. Alternatively, numerous other historical sites and museums are scattered around the city and dedicated to local famous artists, painters and the region\u2019s history. One such artist being Lady Luisa Todi, that became a world renowned singer and actress with performances in the UK, France, Germany and Italy from 1777 until her death in 1811. At the height of her career she even performed for Beethoven in 1790. Near the city hall you\u2019ll also find the statue of local poet Bocage, another 18th century famous poet from the city, who was involved in the Neoclassicism literary movement.

Beaches
Set\u00fabal has some of the best beaches in Portugal and was voted as having Europe\u2019s Best Beach in 2017. All the beaches compose of golden sand, clear blue water and blue flag awards. They are well equipped with sun beds, butterfly paddle boats and lifeguards during the bathing season. On some you will also find restaurants and caf\u00e9s. Figueirinha Beach is the biggest and has a car park together with many facilities. The other beaches are Galapinhos, Portinho da Arr\u00e1bida (voted best European beach in 2017), Galapos beach, Coelhos beach, and many more. If you\u2019d like to stay closer to the city centre, then Albarquel beach is only a short walk away from the main avenue. On the beaches you have the opportunity to take part in many water sports such as paddle, kayaking, banana boat rides, etc. Great fun for the whole family! A free open top bus is available to ferry people from the city to the beaches, although it doesn\u2019t operate out of bathing season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arr\u00e1bida Natural Park
The Arr\u00e1bida National Park is a 27.88 square mile reserve nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the city. Due to its location the climate is similar to the Mediterranean with temperatures during the summer similar to that of tropical regions. The park has an array of flora not seen anywhere else, a mix of Mediterranean and Atlantic vegetation. With plenty of golden sandy beaches, crisp blue water, cliffs and historical palaces and a monastery along the way, this park is a perfect place to disconnect from the world. A total detox from technology event is even held yearly for those interested. If you\u2019re looking for a more active getaway, you can also do plenty of sports here, such as paragliding and hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tr\u00f3ia Peninsula
Situated on the southern side and only a short ferry ride away is the Peninsula of Tr\u00f3ia. This vastly unspoilt region although not part of Set\u00fabal is well worth a mention. Here you will find the foundations of the original slightly submerged Roman settlement, loads of flamingos and of course plenty of sandy dooms. A recent addition has been a casino, hotel and marina, together with a golf course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall the city and its local area has lots of things to entertain and create lasting memories for any visitor – unfortunately too many to list here. If you\u2019re planning to visit somewhere less known, then you can be assured that this location will pleasantly surprise you. We would recommend picking up a car and exploring Set\u00fabal with its surrounds at leisure. Portugal Travel Guide has experience in working with many local agents to provide you with a great hassle-free quotation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have been to Set\u00fabal, we would welcome your thoughts in the comments below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Client: Portugal Travel Guide – Client Location: Lisbon (Portugal) – Industry: Tourism – Medium: Online Article<\/p>\n

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