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Article: Alentejo: sun-splashed history an folk culture. (Regions).(Portuguese region offers varied options for tourists )
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- Hot Rod
- Article date:
- October 21, 2002
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The vast Plains region comprising the Alentejo is situated in the southern part of Portugal, bordered by Spain to the east and the Algarve to the south.
The region reaches west to Lisbon and the Atlantic Ocean, where it offers visitors relaxation along its own inviting stretch of coastline. Spring and Fall are the high season in the Alentejo, when the beauty of the countryside is at its peak.
Target Market Tip: Clients interested in history will enjoy the Alentejo's hilltop towns, notable for their fortified castles and imposing medieval walls. Bird- watchers, ecotourists and outdoors enthusiasts will enjoy the variety of activities the countryside ...