Découvrir Algarve

Imposing cliffs overlooking a crystal clear and untouched sea. It is the paradise of the Algarve, extreme southern region of Portugal over the Atlantic Ocean. A main tourist area in Portugal, packed during the summer, the Algarve is wild and rocky to the West and sandy to the East, on the border with Andalusia in Spain.The charm of the region does not only come from the beautiful beaches and breathtaking natural landscapes, dotted with almond and orange groves.Dominated by the Arabs from 711 to 1250, the Algarve retains several examples of Moorish architecture.Walking through the beautiful buildings, historic towns and quaint fishing villages, tourists spend pleasant days in total relax, savoring the tasty local cuisine and enjoying the exciting nightlife.The region's capital is Faro. Lagos and Sagres are also very popular destinations and they are considered a paradise for surfers along with Tavira and the chic Vilamoura.It is believed that the most beautiful beach in the Algarve is Praia de Marinha, a small beach where the sea takes on a turquoise hue and that is dominated by a 50 meter high cliff, heart of a jagged path of picturesque rocky coves that give visitors the chance to experience unforgettable dips in the sea.