About Tavira - presentation, information, photos and recommendations
Tavira is a beautiful and elegant city in Portugal, with many surreal aspects. Visitors can be forgiven for forgetting where they are or even what year are when the fish come into this city of the Algarve. Between 8 and 13 centuries, Tavira was under Arab leadership until it was conquered by the Knights Santiago in 1242. The settlement was elevated to city status in 1520 by King Manuel I and was the main commercial port in the Algarve region for centuries 16-18. Today the town has managed to save the traditional character of site and attractive. 7 Bridge arches over the river Gilao has Roman origins but today as it was acquired in the 17th century. Since 1989, massive flooding has affected this construction, the bridge was open only to pedestrians.
Market Hall stands in front of the river, was renovated several years ago and today is home to several shops, cafes and restaurants around the central space intended for exhibitions and special events. This stretch along the river is a great place gilao stopped at a cafe to enjoy the beautiful landscape. Gardens near the river offers a delightful resting place, usually occupied by older people who spend time here playing games.
Tavira is probably some of the finest churches in the Algarve region and are about 20 churches throughout the city. Church Igreja da Misericordia, built in the 16th century, is often named as the most beautiful church in Tavira, with magnificent sculptures and paintings representing scenes from the life of Christ.
Tavira itself is a picturesque town, relaxing, peaceful, with everything you need handy and is an ideal vacation spot for couples and families, and here are a matter of fact, great places to visit if you venture a little more.
Tavira | Tavira is a beautiful and elegant city in Portugal, with many surreal aspects. Visitors can be forgiven for forgetting where they are or even what year are when the fish come into this city of the Algarve
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