A small sanctuary carved into the mountainside near the tallest point in continental Portugal.

These rock drawings in the Côa Valley also create an ancient optical illusion.

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

This impressive rupestrian engraving dates back to the Upper Palaeolithic period.

A deer-headed statue that brings together a 12th-century legend and big wave surfing.

The "Little Ones," show Portugal in full miniature splendor.

The ancient sauropod tracks found in this former quarry are some of the largest in the world.

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

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

Europe's largest collection of matchbox designs is a fascinating exploration of the cultural history of the world.

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

A windswept necropolis carved into the rocks overlooks the "most Portuguese town in Portugal."

This star-shaped military outpost is now simply trying to protect itself from neglect.

The corpse bride of Portugal.

One of the largest Roman settlements in Portugal.

Local lore says the devil built this beautiful medieval bridge to help a fleeing bandit.

"Portugal's Stonehenge" is made up of nut-like stones aligned with the heavens.

A stunning 18th-century site where pilgrims ascend by a series of punishing stairs only to return via funicular.

A 16th century chapel decorated with bones, skulls, and entire bodies hanging from the wall.

This unreal Portuguese palace looks as though it's made from a pile of different castles.

Houses are tucked between, on, and underneath giant boulders.

This eccentrically decorated palace is replete with grottoes, fountains, tunnels, and caves.

Eat the ultimate iteration of Portugal's most beloved pastry.

After the owner of this Art Nouveau home died, it was turned into a museum displaying a lifetime dedicated to art.