XVI MLAIC EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 2015 – PORTUGAL FERVENÇA 23 RD – 30 TH AUGUST
Portuguese Shooting Federation’s Official Travel Agency
In attachment we inform all the characteristics of the selected Hotels for this Event.
We also inform several extra services we can provide during your stay in Portugal.
- 1 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
XVI MLAIC EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 2015 – PORTUGAL FERVENÇA 23 RD – 30 TH AUGUST
All information about special offers for this event will be publicized on: www.exceltours.pt
OTHER INFORMATION: The above rates and conditions are only valid for reservations and payments made through EXCELTOURS Viagens e Turismo Lda.
CONTACT FOR BOOKINGS Maria João Ribeiro E-mail.: [email protected] Phone Number.: 00351 21 721 61 03 Fax Number.: 00351 21 721 61 08
NOTE: All hotel bookings should be requested to Exceltours until June 15 th 2015 .
PAYMENTS:
First Payment - 25 % until June 15 th 2015 Final Payment - 75 % until July 15 th 2015
BANK – MONTEPIO IBAN – PT 50. 0036. 0298. 9910. 0019.5612.3 BIC/SWIFT: MPI0PTPL
- 2 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
XVI MLAIC EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 2015 – PORTUGAL
FERVENÇA 23 RD – 30 TH AUGUST
TRANSFER (ROUNDTRIP)
PORTO AIRPORT- HOTEL – PORTO AIRPORT
After choosing the hotel and according to the IN and OUT dates please inform the following: Name of participant: ______Total of passangers ______Name of Hotel: ______City: ______Arrival date: ______
Flight Number: ______Arrival Time: ______
Departure date: ______
Flight Number: ______Arrival Time: ______
This information allows us to prepare the arrival and departure for the transfers from Porto Airpot/hotel/ Porto Airport. Once we have this information we will prepare the best and cheapest transportation to the city/hotel and with about 30 days in advance of the event we will reported the characteristics of the same and the costs.
PORTO KMS/ ONE WAY
- Barcelos 60 Km
- Braga 60 Km
- Esposende 55 Km
- Ofir/Apúlia 52 Km
- Póvoa do Varzim 40 Km
- Viana do Castelo 77 Km
- 3 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
XVI MLAIC EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 2015 – PORTUGAL
FERVENÇA 23 RD – 30 TH AUGUST
NORTH OF PORTUGAL AVAILABLE TOURS
AVAILABLE TOURS: • Half Day Oporto • Full Day Oporto • Full Day Braga and Guimarães • Full Day Viana do Castelo and Ponte de Lima • Full Day Gerês (Natural Park) • Full Day Caminha-La Guardia-Tuy
We can also arrange and provide programs, transfers, local tours and Hotel bookings in Portugal, Madeira and Azores.
Car Rental: If you need any vehicle, mini-bus or bus, please send us your quotation request informing the Itinerary, capacity and dates and it will be our pleasure to send the best available rates for your request.
- 4 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
XVI MLAIC EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 2015 – PORTUGAL
FERVENÇA 23 RD – 30 TH AUGUST
ACCOMMODATION
HOTEL MELIA BRAGA ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ 23 rd to the 30 th August 2015
Av. General Carrilho da Silva Pinto, 4715 - 380 Braga
Braga’s historical sights including the Cathedral and the Biscainhos Museum are less than 2 km away All room’s with air-conditioned, private bathrooms, TV and telephone. Guests can enjoy an assortment of international dishes and local flavors at the restaurant and a selection of regional wines is served at the bar.
Promotional rates:
CITY: BRAGA Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 30 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 87.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 98.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 165 More Information www.meliabraga.com
- 5 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
HOTEIS BOM JESUS HOTEL DO PARQUE ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Bom Jesus do Monte /4715-056 Braga
Situated in a 19th-century building within the lush Bom Jesus Nature Park. Hotel do Parque is 19 miles from Parque Nacional da Peneda Gerês. The historic Bom Jesus Church, built in neo- classic style, is just a 5-minute walk away and offers views of the Gerês and Soajo Mountains.Hotel do Parque offers rooms with private bathroom with hairdryer, TV. CITY: BRAGA Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 30 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 70.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 85.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 20 More Information www.hoteisbomjesus.pt
HOTEL DO ELEVADOR ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Bom Jesus do Monte/4715-056 Braga
Hotel do Elevador shares a hilltop location with the popular Bom Jesus Sanctuary. Braga is just a short funicular ride from Hotel Elevador. Peneda-Geres National Park is 19 miles away The room’s offer stylish décor,air conditioned,TV, minibar and private bathroom .
HOTEL DO TEMPLO ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Bom Jesus do Monte/4715-056 Braga
Situated in Braga city, is 4 km away from Sameiro Sanctuary. The room’s offer air conditioned,TV, minibar and private bathroom.
- 6 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
HOTEL GOLDEN TULIP BRAGA ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Via Falperra, 4700-407 Braga
Set in a restored 18th-century convent in the green hills of Minho. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TVs and private bathrooms.
CITY: BRAGA Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 30 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 80.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 87.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 15 More Information www.goldentulipbraga.com
HOTEL MERCURE BRAGA ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Praceta João XXI, 4716-036 Braga
Situated close to central Braga, the hotelis within walking distance of numerous historical monuments and buildings. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TVs and private bathrooms.
CITY: BRAGA Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 30 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 65.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 75.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 40 More Information www.accorhotels.com
- 7 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
BASIC BRAGA BY AXIS ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Largo da Estação - Maximinos, 4700-223 Braga
Located right next to Braga Train Station, Basic Braga by Axis is a 10 minute walk from the historic and commercial center of the city with the Braga Cathedral and the Museum Medina. Rooms at the Basic Braga by Axis have a sleek design and come with a telephone, TV and a private bathroom.
CITY: BRAGA Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 30 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 37.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 49.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 30 More Information www.axishoteis.com
COMFORT INN BRAGA ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ R.Damiana Maria Da Silva, 20, 4705-085 Braga
Comfort Inn Braga is located near the A3 highway exit, it is 1300 ft from Ferreiros Train station. All rooms have simple furnishings and are decorated in bright colors. Each one has a private bathroom, telephone and TV.
CITY: BRAGA Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 30 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 45.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 48.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 30 More Information www.comfortinn.com - 8 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
HOTEL IBIS BRAGA ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Rua Do Carmo, 38 – S.Joao Do Souto, 4700.309 Braga
The Ibis Braga is located north of Braga’s historic quarter in quiet, natural surroundings and the Geres National Park. Ibis Braga is just 25.5 miles from Porto and guests are provided with on site parking. Rooms are equipped with TV and private bathrooms.
CITY: BRAGA Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 30 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 51.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 57.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 15 More Information www.accor hotels .com
HOTEL IBIS BUDGET BRAGA CENTRO ÍÍÍÍÍÍ AVENIDA DA LIBERDADE 96 - SAO JOSE DE SAO LAZARO 4715037 – BRAGA Located in the centre of Braga, the Ibis Budget Braga Centro offers low-priced rooms for business or leisure purposes. The hotel is 1 km from Braga Cathedral. Each air-conditioned room is modern and practical, featuring a flat-screen cable TV and a desk. Each can accommodate 3 adults and 1 child. The private bathroom comes with a separate toilet and a shower.
CITY: BRAGA Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 30 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 37.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 41.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 20 More Information www.accor hotels .com
- 9 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
Hotel do Terço ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Rua de São Bento, nº 7/4750-176 Barcelos
The perfect base for exploring the North of Portugal. This hotel is located in the center of Barcelos, close to both Esposende Beach and Porto International Airport, All room’s with telephone, private bathroom air conditioning with individual controls and TV.
CITY: BARCELOS Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 6 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 50.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 60.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 20 More Information www.hoteldoterço.com
- 10 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
Hotel Dom Nuno ÍÍÍÍÍÍ
CITY: BARCELOS Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 6 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 50.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 50.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 21 More Information www.hoteldnuno.com
- 11 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
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HOTEL SUAVE MAR ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Av. Eng. Arantes E Oliveira, 4740 - 204 Esposende
This resort in Esposende faces the Cávado River and is 650 ft from the Atlantic Ocean. The rooms at the Hotel Suave Mar are furnished with modern amenities. They include a spacious sitting area with armchairs, a minibar and a private bathroom, Tv. CITY: ESPOSENDE Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 22 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 87.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 87.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 25 More Information www.suavemar.com
HOTEL PARQUE DO RIO ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Caminho Padre Manuel Sá Pereira, Ofir , 4744-908 Esposende
The Hotel Parque do Rio is situated within a privileged geographical area, 200 meters from the Cávado River and 300 metres from a protected coastline. It features 2 outdoor swimming pools and sun loungers. Approximately 40 km from Oporto, the Hotel Parque offers simple furnished rooms with private toilets, balconies and TVs. CITY: ESPOSENDE Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 22 km Individual Room (price per room & night) 72.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 80.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 9 More Information http://www.estalagemparquedorio.com/
- 12 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
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AXIS OFIR BEACH RESORT HOTEL ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Avenida Raul Sousa Martins 4740-405 Esposende
Axis is an extensive resort situated among pine groves, the Cávado River and a beach on the Atlantic Ocean. Modern rooms at Axis Ofir Beach Resort Hotel open out with private balconies, each room with air conditioned,TV, minibar and includes and private bathrooms with hairdryer.
CITY: OFIR Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 25 Km Individual Room (price per room & night) 76.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 83.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 70 More Information www.axishoteis.com/ofir
- 13 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
(BEACH CITY) GRANDE HOTEL DA PÓVOA ÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ Largo do Passeio Alegre, nº 20, 4490-428 Póvoa de Varzim
Set in thoughtfully restored building overlooking the Atlantic, Grande Hotel da Povoa is near the center of Porto that can be reached within one hour from Póvoa de Varzim Metro Station, a 10 minute walk from the hotel. The trip to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport, on the same line, takes only 25 minutes.The hotel provides contemporary rooms with intimate décor. Each is air conditioned and have satellite TVs, private bathroom with a bathtub and hairdryer. CITY: PÓVOA VARZIM Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 36 Km Individual Room (price per room & night) 91.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 99.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 25 More Information www.grandehoteldapovoa.com
HOTEL COSTA VERDE ÍÍÍÍÍÍ Av. Vasco da Gama, 56 – 4490-410 Póvoa de Varzim
Hotel Costa Verde is located in the seaside city of Póvoa de Varzim, 100 metres from the Atlantic Ocean. It offers a 24-hour reception and free Wi-Fi access.All elevator-accessible rooms at Costa Verde are simply decorated and come with a satellite TV. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer CITY: PÓVOA VARZIM Distance to Fervença Shooting Complex 36 Km Individual Room (price per room & night) 58.00 € Double Room (price per room & night) 72.00 € Breakfast INCLUDED Total number of rooms available 20 More Information www.hotelcostaverde.pt - 14 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
Barcelos is a Municipality located in te District of Braga in the north of Portugal. It has a total population of 123,831 and na área of 378.9 km. The city itself has a population of 20,625 with 89 parishes, i tis municipality with the highest number of parishes in the country.
General Information Barcelos is one of the growing municipalities in the country, especially in Minho metropolitan área and is well known by its textile and adobe industries.
History Originally a Roman settlement, it expanded and became the seat of the First Duke of Bragança in the 15th century. The palace of the Dukes of Bragança was destroyed by an earthquake in 1755 and is now an open-air museum.
- GALO DE BARCELOS The town’s famous symbol is a rooster, in Portuguese called galo de Barcelos(“the rooster of Barcelos”). The legend says that a rich man threw a big party. Whemn the party was over, the rich man noticed that His sterling cutlery was stolen by a guest. He accused a pilgrim and let him go to court, He protested his innocence but the judge didn’t believe him. The judge was about to eat a roasted rooster when the pilgrim said: “ If I am innocent, this rooster will crow three times .” When the pilgrim was about to be lynched, the rooster crowed. The judge release the pilgrim. The story ends a few years later when the pilgrim returned and made a statue over the event.
- 15 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
Braga: Braga a city and municipality in northwestern Portugal, is the capital of the district of Braga, the oldest archdiocese and one of the major cities of the country. With na urban population of 175,063, Braga is the seventh largest municipality in Portugal by population (includingthe city and suburban parishes, the municipality had a total of 62 parishes and 175,063 inhabitantsas of 2007). Braga is also the center of the Greater Metropolitan Area of Minho with a population of 826,833 (2007) one of the fastest growing urban áreas in the European Union. Under the Roman Empire, as Bracara Augusta, it was capital of the province Gallaecia. The urbam area extens from the (river) Cavado to the (river) Este. Braga is serviced by regional and fast trains to Porto and Lisbon. The city of Oprto (Porto) is about 53 km.
Main Sights in the historic city center:
Churches: • Saint Paul Church in Braga (Igreja de São Paulo), 16 th century. • Braga Cathedral (Sé de Braga, 12th-18th centuries): The most important historical monumento f the city. Rich mix of architectural and artistic styles. • Populo Church (16 th century): Neo-classical church. • Misericordia Church in Braga (Igreja da Misericórdia) A church, renaissance style. • Saint Paul Church in Braga (Igreja de São Paulo) • Saint Vicent Church (igreja de São Vicente) • Carmo Church (igreja do Carmo) • Congregados Church (Igreja dos Congregados)
Museums: • Biscainhos Museum • Museum Medina • Nogueira da Silva Museum • D. Diogo de Sousa Museum • Cathedral Treasure • Pius XII Museum • Image Museum • Stringed Instruments Museum
Other: • Idol’s Fountain (Fonte do Ídolo, 1st century AD): Roman fountain dedicated to an indigenous God, Tongoenabiagus. Bears reliefs and inscriptions. • Tower of Braga Castle (14th century): Gothic tower left from the ancient castle of the city. • Capela dos Coimbras (early 16th century): Richly decorated chapel in Renaissance and Manueline styles. • Archbishop’s Palace or Archiepiscopal Court (Paço Arquiepiscopal) (14th-18th centuries): Gothic, Mannerist and Baroque wings. Houses the Library of the city. • Municipality of Braga and Fountain of the Pelican. Both were built in the 18th century. • Arco da Porta Nova (18th century): Beautiful baroque-style city gate that replaced na earlier Gothic gate. • Theatro Circo (20th century) the most famous theater in Braga • Santa Barbara Garden (Jardim de Santa Barbara) • Sieves House (Casa dos Crivos) • Outside the city centre • Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary (18th-early 19th century): Neoclassic church with a magnificent Baroquestairway and Bom Jesus funicular, the oldest in Ibéria Península. Located in the city surroundings. • Falperra Church(18th century): good example of Baroque architecture with pentagonal floorplan and Rococó façade. • Monastery of Tibães (17th-18th centuries): Benedictine monastery of great artistic importancein Portugal. Notable inner gilt work.
- 16 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt
• Sameiro Sanctuary (19th-20th centuries): Important pilgrimage centre dedicated to the Virgin Mary. • Braga Municipal Stadium, carved out of the Monte Castro hill that overlooks the city. • Saint Eulalia Church, Romanesque church, near Bom Jesus. • Chamor Hill, with a momument to the Sacred Heart which is 20 meters high. • Sete Fontes (Braga), the old potable water supply system. • Dona Chica Castle, a romantic Castle in Palmeira, from the architect Ernesto Korrodi.
Guimarães : Is a city in Minho ,Portugal and is one of the most historical cities in Portugal, said to be where "Portugal was born". It is the first city of Portugal, and have a beautiful Castle, and a Palace to visit, from the beginnings of the country. The Castle has been classified as one of the New Portuguese Seven Wonders. The first King (D. Afonso Henriques aka D. Afonso, I of Portugal) is still being idolized by the city. Placed about 50 km from Porto , Guimarães is placed near to a mountain, Penha, with wonderful views to all the city.
History: The city was founded upon much older settlements by Count Vimara Peres after His namesake(Vimaranis, later Guimaranis), soon after he established the 1st County of Portugal (in 868). As the first capital of Portugal , Guimarães is known as the place where the country as born – “The Cradle City”. In 1095 Count Henry of Burgundy, who had married princess Teresa of Léon, establishes in Guimarães the 2nd County of Portugal (CondadoPortucalense). In July 25, 1109 Afonso Henriques, sono f Count Henry of Burgundy, is born in this same city. That is whereDuke Afonso Henriques proclaimed Portuguese independence from the Kingdom of León, after the Battle of São Mamede, declaring himself to be Afonso I, King of Portugal.
Economy: Guimarães is one of the most industrial municipalities in Portugal. Its primary industries are textiles, shoe industry and metalomechanics Guimarães is the European Capital of Culture 2012, a great honor to this city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site .
- 17 - Estrada da Luz, 106 – C * 1600 - 161 Lisboa (Portugal) Telf: (+ 351) 21721 61 00 * Fax: (+351) 21 721 61 08 Cont. nº 503 486 337 * Cap. Social – 100 000,00 € Mat. na C.R.C. de Lisboa sob nº 5487 Alvará – 795/1995 * IATA N.º 6421 06 24 e-mail: [email protected] * Visite o nosso site: www.exceltours.pt