The Romanian Orthodox Church in Faro
A forgotten Faro chapel with a remarkable past, the Ermida de São Sebastião now lives on as a Romanian Orthodox church filled with history and quiet charm
Km 738 Roundabout
This newly built roundabout marks the beggining - or the end, depends on the perspective - of the National Road 2, the third longest road in the world.
Ermida de Santo António do Alto
A picturesque 16th century hermitage on the highest spot of Faro, a bit out of the way but worth the visit.
Convento Snto. António dos Capuchos
Convento de Santo António dos Capuchos is a 17th-century Capuchin convent in Faro, notable for its austere architecture and historical use as a religious site and jail. It reflects the region’s religious and social history.
Igreja de São Pedro
Igreja de São Pedro is not the most impressive church, but still, a historical building with a beautiful interior, although it's seldom open to the public.
Club Farense: a centennial place
A private club where public cultural and artistic events take place. Hosted at a 17th century house in the main pedestrian street of Faro.
Hiking from Faro to the Beach
An interesting 10 km hike from Faro to the beach, featuring sights like flamingos flocks, salt pans, local cafes, traditional farming, airplanes & airport and, of course, Faro's island and its beach.
Faro Farmers Market at Largo do Carmo, a Sunday Tradition
The Sunday farmer’s market at Largo do Carmo in Faro is a local tradition with fresh produce, Algarve flavors, and the historic Carmo church.
Igreja do Carmo and Bones Chapel
The Igreja do Carmo in Faro is famed for its ornate Baroque interior, while its adjoining Capela dos Ossos (Chapel of Bones) presents a haunting display of human skulls and bones, offering a striking reflection on mortality.
Old Cemetery of Faro: An Enchanting Hidden Gem of History and...
Discover Faro’s historic cemetery, where elegant tombs and quiet gardens tell the stories of the city’s past.