The Douro
The rest of the world is beginning to discover what the Portuguese have known forever: the Douro region is simply one of the most glorious spots on earth. One of the world’s oldest demarcated wine regions (since 1756), the Douro Valley showcases steep terrace vineyards carved into mountains, granite bluffs, whitewashed quintas (estates) and 18th-century wine cellars that draw in visitors from around the world. Come for the ports and wines, winding scenic roads, postcard-pretty villages and excellent regional restaurants.
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Top places to visit in The Douro
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- Attraction in PortugalSé de Lamego
- Attraction in Peso da RéguaMuseu do Douro
- Attraction in PortugalSantuário Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
- Attraction in PortugalMuseu de Lamego
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Attraction in PortugalMosteiro de São Gonçalo - Attraction in PortugalCapela de São Pedro de Balsemão
- Attraction in PortugalMosteiro de Salzedas
- Attraction in PortugalMosteiro de São João de Tarouca
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The Douro and beyond
- destinationPinhão
- destinationPeso da Régua
