One of the oldest cities in Europe which combines novelty and old stuff.
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Porto is located in the North of Portugal, where the river Douro meets the Atlantic Ocean. From the earliest days of Oporto it was a commercial city and a Roman outpost. As one of the oldest cities in Europe, Porto is rich in cultural and historical sights, including the recently restored medieval district and the picturesque coastline. Beautiful buildings in the style of Baroque are scattered all around the old town. Walking Tours is a great way to explore the city, as most of the main attractions of Porto are located close to each other. But it would be nice to spend a few days observing places of interest and must-see places chosen by Vacations Cruise Travels.
Serralves Museum
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Porto has always been a favorite place for great artists and architects. But only in the 20th century the city has created its own unique architectural style. The so-called School of Porto inspired a generation of architects and Serralves Museum is a great example of this. Minimalist building and surrounding park attracts many tourists, as well as international exhibitions here.
Church of St. Francis
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Church of St. Francis of the 14th century is the most prominent example of Gothic architecture in Porto. Steep climb from the riverside leads visitors to the massive stone facade, which is decorated with large windows. Baroque interior of the church presents the 18th century, when almost all the passages and pillars of the chapel were decorated with gold carvings of cherubs, flowers and animals.
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Dom Luís I Bridge
It is the most famous among bridges crossing the river Douro. Built in 1886, the bridge was designed by Théophile Seyrig - an engineer who worked with Gustave Eiffel. The large iron bridge had an upper and lower deck, both of which were opened for vehicles till 2003. Then, the main span was transformed for express tramway. A pedestrian passage on the upper deck offers spectacular views of the city. This is one of the most recognizable landmarks of Portugal.