Porto, Portugal

The city of Porto is the second-largest city in Portugal, a beautiful coastal town.

The city is home to some of the most delicious pastries in the world, including pastel de nata. These small tarts are made with a buttery crust and filled with a sweet egg custard that is flavored with cinnamon and vanilla.

Porto is a very underrated city in Portugal. It is a beautiful city with hills and bridges. The culture is rich and the people are very friendly and kind. Porto has a lot to offer for everyone. It is a popular tourist destination, attracting more than 2 million visitors per year. Porto has been classified as an Alpha World City by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network and ranked as Europe’s second best urban destination by Travel+Leisure magazine (2016).

Porto offers a variety of attractions to tourists, including buildings with historic importance such as Ribeira Palace, São Bento Palace, or Santa Catarina Church. The city also has many museums to offer such as Museum of Contemporary Art of Porto or Calouste Gulbenkian Museum which houses an extensive art collection from all around the world. Porto, Portugal is a city that is rooted in tradition and history.

Porto is a vibrant city with plenty of activities to do. Exploring the city's cobblestone streets and discovering its hidden gems is a must-do during your stay in Porto. From the cafes and restaurants that line the streets to the local markets and shops, visitors can enjoy a true taste of the city. Taking a tour of the city is also a great way to discover its hidden wonders.

Porto has a long-standing tradition of celebrating Saint John’s Day on the 24th of June. The Day of Saint John of Porto is a holiday traditionally celebrated on June 23rd, the date that commemorates the birth of Saint John the Baptist and also symbolizes the arrival of Summer. The city of Porto is famous for its traditional Saint John's Festival, complete with fireworks, many typical foods and the famous tradition of beating people with verga sticks!

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