Ornithological Refuge - Estuary of Douro River
10.3.09 | posted by m+p
Labels: Heritage, Sunset, Water Skin
House of Culture
Located in downtown, this building was a single residence - "Casa Barbot", built in 1920 in Art Nouveau.
Building classified in 1982, as building of public interest. This building is the only example of Art Nouveau in the City.
The Municipal Council of Vila Nova de Gaia acquired recently, the property, in order to install the seat of culture, heritage and tourism.
Roofs of the Port Wine Cellars
The Port Wine cellars are the right place to discover the Portuguese wine - "Vinho do Porto" - and all of its history. Open to the public, they give you the opportunity to taste this precious nectar, to meet its evolution through the years, the region where it is produced and the way it is obtained.
26.5.08 | posted by m+p
Labels: Bridge D. Luis I, cellars, Heritage
Gaia Quay

The "Cais de Gaia" - Gaia Quay is a tourist area, terraces, restaurants and bars, located on the left bank of the Douro River, in Vila Nova de Gaia, across the historic area of Porto, Unesco World Heritage in Portugal. For many centuries this area was a river port, where they were exported various goods, with emphasis on the Port wine.
13.5.08 | posted by m+p
Labels: Heritage, Portuguese Boat