Charming beach town of Nazare
The Atlantic Coast in the town of Nazare
I love these little cars and am on a quest to find the smallest one
Inside alter at the Igreja de Santissima Trindade
Basilica do SantuarioDay 7: (June 11, 2010)
Departed Porto for our drive to Lisbon (3 hours). In route we were able to take in some amazing sights.
In Coimbra we visited the University which gave great views of the town. This was recommended by my brother Marc.
We continued our drive to Fatima which we witnessed the most amazing basilica - one which holds one million people - I was in awe! We also visited the Church of the Trinity that holds 9,000 people - beautiful sight. Both on the same square. This was one of the highlights of my trip.
We continued to Nazare (home of my friend Alex and her family). This charming beach town offered an elevator to the top of the hill which opened up to amazing views of the ocean and the town. This quaint town had many beach front shops and restaurants. It was a beautiful sunny day and perfect for a walk along the beach. So glad Alex gave us the helpful hint.
We finished our day arriving at the Sheraton in Lisbon. Our room is on the 21st floor, again with amazing sights of the town. This is a gorgeous hotel with all the amenities including a panoramic restaurant on the 24th floor.
We ate dinner at a local restaurant (O Campos) - very traditional. Started our meal with a dish of whole shrimp - Greg was kind enough to peel all. I had a tomatoe salad - simply a bowl of cut tomatoes with onions and a vinegrette dressing. My main meal was veal with fresh french fried potatoes. Greg enjoyed grouper. I finished the meal with a fresh bowl of cherries.
We have found that there are hardly ANY overweight people in Spain. There are no fast food restaurants (with the exception of a McDonalds in each town). Everyone walks to their destinations and you find the streets filled with pedestrians. Everyone is properly dressed - especially the older generation - always wearing dresses and the men in slacks or suits. It is so refreshing not seeing the "baggy pants", halter tops, and sleezy dress code. I have also enjoyed the silence of no cell phones ringing.
We have experienced a great time thus far and will tour start our tour of Lisbon on June 12.
Cannot upload pictures yet of the above - will try to do that tonight. Having trouble connecting to the internet in our room.
V
Departed Porto for our drive to Lisbon (3 hours). In route we were able to take in some amazing sights.
In Coimbra we visited the University which gave great views of the town. This was recommended by my brother Marc.
We continued our drive to Fatima which we witnessed the most amazing basilica - one which holds one million people - I was in awe! We also visited the Church of the Trinity that holds 9,000 people - beautiful sight. Both on the same square. This was one of the highlights of my trip.
We continued to Nazare (home of my friend Alex and her family). This charming beach town offered an elevator to the top of the hill which opened up to amazing views of the ocean and the town. This quaint town had many beach front shops and restaurants. It was a beautiful sunny day and perfect for a walk along the beach. So glad Alex gave us the helpful hint.
We finished our day arriving at the Sheraton in Lisbon. Our room is on the 21st floor, again with amazing sights of the town. This is a gorgeous hotel with all the amenities including a panoramic restaurant on the 24th floor.
We ate dinner at a local restaurant (O Campos) - very traditional. Started our meal with a dish of whole shrimp - Greg was kind enough to peel all. I had a tomatoe salad - simply a bowl of cut tomatoes with onions and a vinegrette dressing. My main meal was veal with fresh french fried potatoes. Greg enjoyed grouper. I finished the meal with a fresh bowl of cherries.
We have found that there are hardly ANY overweight people in Spain. There are no fast food restaurants (with the exception of a McDonalds in each town). Everyone walks to their destinations and you find the streets filled with pedestrians. Everyone is properly dressed - especially the older generation - always wearing dresses and the men in slacks or suits. It is so refreshing not seeing the "baggy pants", halter tops, and sleezy dress code. I have also enjoyed the silence of no cell phones ringing.
We have experienced a great time thus far and will tour start our tour of Lisbon on June 12.
Cannot upload pictures yet of the above - will try to do that tonight. Having trouble connecting to the internet in our room.
V
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