Tavira was born in Alto de Santa Maria and developed the banks of the river Gilão. With bucolic atmosphere, it is one of the most beautiful and well preserved city of the Algarve. It is located in the Sotavento region of the Algarve (the southern tip of Portugal), near the Spanish border.
Tavira is an invitation to discovery. Was under Arab rule and there are traces that the region was inhabited by Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks, and Romans Turduli. The city offers tourists a cultural agenda and diverse gastronomic, with permanent exhibitions, workshops and fairs.
Here, a tourist guide with practical tips on what to do in Tavira , where to stay and eat well, among other must - see information! Check out the full report for a successful trip
The postcard of the city is the Roman Bridge, also known as Old Bridge. It has undergone several transformations over the centuries and since 1989, the bridge has become pedestrian. It is located in the center of Tavira, and connects the two banks of the river Gilão.
Well, could not miss the tips on the beaches. Besides the famous Cabanas Beach , located in the parish of Cabanas, the beaches of Earth and Barrel , in the parish of Santa Luzia, are also on the list of best beaches in Tavira. The warmer months and quiet to relax for there are May, June, September and October. As mentioned in the above text, July and August are the months most competitive in the Algarve and, consequently, prices are higher. Access to these beaches in general is done through boating. You got questions? Leave your comment below!
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