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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Two Eras in a Little Corner
Not far from the town's center, one will find a hidden secret corner where two different eras touch each other. A pleasant detail for those willing to step out of the beaten path in Faro.
Going to a Football Match
If you happen to be in Faro during football season and you are fond of sports you might want to consider attending a match.
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