With its pristine beaches, charming fishing villages, vineyards, and medieval castles, the Algarve region of Portugal offers ...

What about castles? They are ubiquitous in Portugal, and the one in Guimarães is a prime example. Joy and her family live ...

Himeji Castle (Japan): Known as the "White Heron Castle" due to its elegant white exterior, Himeji Castle is one of Japan’s most iconic and well-preserved feudal castles, renowned for its beauty and ...

The castle served as a fortification for the Romans, Visigoths and the Moors, who turned it into a royal palace before it was eventually taken by Portugal's first king, Afonso Henriques.

Portugal's many lively cities ... then spend the rest of your day visiting top sights like the Bélem Tower, São Jorge Castle and the Jerónimos Monastery. If you need a break from trudging ...