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Located in the sun-drenched, southernmost region of Portugal, Algarve, Silves is a mesmerizing blend of rich history and stunning natural beauty. Known for its iconic red sandstone castle, Castelo de Silves, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of citrus orchards and rolling countryside, this ancient Moorish capital is steeped in culture and history. Visitors can also explore the Gothic Silves Cathedral, built on the site of a former mosque, as well as the Archaeological Museum that houses relics from the town's Moorish, Roman, and prehistoric past. Amidst its narrow, winding streets, Silves bursts with local flavors at its traditional Portuguese restaurants and hosts one of Portugal's best medieval festivals every August, bringing the town's history to life. With its captivating charm, historical grandeur, and inviting tranquillity, Silves beckons all those who yearn for an authentic slice of Portuguese life.


Silves

We stayed by host from Workaway. They both were foreigners from Germany and Scottland and not really the best hosts, this is why we had to report them on the website. The rest of Silves was really nice, just boring after some time. The station was kinda outside of the main part of the city but has really good connection to the rest of Algave and cheap hotels, so this was kinda our advantage to escape our hosts haha

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