With an abundance of history, great food, natural wonders and incredible architecture, there is so much to explore in Portugal. Here are some most enchanting places to see: Lisbon – the country’s capital is dynamic city full of cobbled laneways, tree-lined squares and riverfront esplanades. Enjoy panaromic views of the city from some phenomenal lookout points and be sure to visit the breathtaking Torre de Belém, built in the 16th century to guard the entrance to Lisbon’s harbour, the neo-gothic and quirky Elevador de Santa Justa, Lisbon’s only vertical street lift built in 1902, and the Se, Lisbon’s fortified Romanesque cathedral in the historical Alfama district. A trip to Lisbon is sure to be a travel experience like no other given its rich history and culture. Discover more about the city, nicknamed ‘the Queen of the Sea’, here and here. Sintra – Sintra was once where the kings and queens of Portugal came to relax and they built the amazing Palacio Nacional de Sintra here among the verdant forests and fresh water springs. The town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and also home to a Moorish castle and Pena Palace. Sintra is like something out of a fairy tale and so it should come as no surprise that Hans Christian Andersen, the world famous author of children’s fairy tales, once lived in a house in Sintra’s wood. Cascais – A bustling, cosmopolitan fishing village, Cascais became a fashionable holiday destination in the 1870s when Luis I’s summer palace was built here. Today, you can enjoy Cascais’ three sandy bays, spellbinding sunsets and the restored Palácio da Cidadela de Cascais. Evora – Evora is one of Portugal’s most beautifully preserved medieval town in the Alentejo region. Featuring Roman, medieval and 17th-century walls, there is a wealth of history to take in, including over 20 churches and monasteries, the Templo Romano and Evora’s aqueduct. The town is set on a hill above the Alentejo plain and surrounded by rustic wineries. Lagos – Set on one of the Algarve’s largest bays, Lagos was the region’s former capital in the 16th-18th century. Today the port town appeals to people of all ages with fabulous beaches, an attractive old town, excellent restaurants and plenty of water activities on offer.