On route to our next photogenic village we stop off briefly to take a closer look at one of the many traditional water wheels that are still dotted around the region. They are protected monuments so if you buy land with one on it, it has to stay there forever!! They still function as wellContinue reading “Altes”
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Querenca
Next on our photo tour is the tiny town of Querenca. Virtually empty when we visited it is an oasis of white and blue tranquility. It features the Church of Nossa Senhora da Assunçãoa in the village centre that was specially opened up for us. White and blue are a typical motif to be found allContinue reading “Querenca”
Photo tour
Photo tour – two little words that strike fear into my loved ones and frenzied joy into me!! Luckily for them I am more than happy to grab my camera and head out solo. Here’s some snaps from a few of the sights we saw on a full day snap happy tour of the Algarve regionContinue reading “Photo tour”
Eastern Algarve tour
Another day, another tour of the delights of Portugal. This time it was a day exploring the eastern Algarve. First up was a brief return to the capital of Faro before heading onto the port of Olhao. Sadly we had mere minutes to take a look at the market hall before speeding onwards. Next up weContinue reading “Eastern Algarve tour”
Random Rhodes
Here’s a few more snaps from around Rhodes town. Ornate tiles on the old town fountain and a trip to the beach is in order. I love the diving platform poking up from the sea. The pebble beach is lapped by azure waters. The man is dwarfed by one of the large ferry boats thatContinue reading “Random Rhodes”
City of arts & science
We took a leisurely stroll to see the futuristic City of Arts and Science. There’s plenty to do inside the buildings if you’re feeling flush and have some dosh. But it is equally worthwhile just to wander around the outside of the complex, gawking at the amazing buildings and soaking up the sun. Kids scrambleContinue reading “City of arts & science”