An ancient and majestic fortress that played an integral role in Portugal's road to independence.

A king's pet, a pope's gift, an artist's inspiration, and a tragic shipwreck.

Elaborately carved to showcase the glorious wealth that the age of exploration brought to the Portuguese empire.

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

This once-forgotten oasis in the middle of Lisbon was first created over a century ago quite by accident.

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

Legacy of the earthquake that nearly wiped Lisbon off the face of the Earth.

This Industrial Age architectural and engineering gem helps visitors and residents alike traverse Lisbon, “The City of Seven Hills.”

The scorched Lisbon church that survived two earthquakes and a massive fire.

The devil-defying mark left by a saint as a boy is visible inside Lisbon's cathedral.

This unique architectural wonder is also tied to one of the 20th-century's most renowned writers.

Hidden beneath a beautiful overlook you’ll find the history of the city depicted in comic strip format next to a pay toilet.

Portugal's National Pantheon has a history of curses, collapses and financial problems.

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

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

Don't miss the xylotheque (a library of wood) at this museum devoted to cork.

The ruins of a 16th-century bridge loom over Olivença's sovereignty.

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

In Portugal, a larger-than-life painting of America's first Black female firefighter.

The medieval castle built as headquarters for the Pope's secretive Knights Templar.

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

The corpse bride of Portugal.

One of the oldest universities in the world exhibits thousands of specimens from its 700-year-old collection.

A Portuguese museum display features a bizarre assortment of objects.