Enjoy our photos of Lagos, a beautiful city near the Atlantic Ocean, in Algarve, south of Portugal, with history and many things to discover.
Here you will see several photos presented in the post Self-walking tour in Lagos, in the Algarve, one of the most beautiful regions of Portugal.
If you would like more information about the municipality, find in the tourism office near this place.
Discover Lagos, in Portugal
Lagos located in the Algarve, south of Portugal, is a city full of life, especially at night. So, here you can enjoy the various pedestrian streets, many restaurants and cafes, craft shops and urban art, that invites for a walk. The city is also famous for the beautiful surrounding beaches with cliffs and caves.
Located next to a wide bay, Lagos is a city with a lot of history. Lagos was an important logistics base for the Portuguese Maritime Expansion, which began in the 15th century. It was the starting point for the supply of Portuguese troops in the forts in Morocco. Later, it was from where the Portuguese navigators departed, for their world expeditions, promoted by the Infante Dom Henrique. Here also returned the ships loaded with spices, gold and many other treasures.
Learn now more about Lagos here in the post Self-walking tour in Lagos, in the Algarve.
Other Places to Visit in Algarve
- Aljezur: Self-guided walking tour in Aljezur, Portugal
- Cacela Velha: Cacela Velha village: must-see Algarve gem at Ria Formosa
- Portimão: Self-guided walking tour in Portimão, Portugal
- Algarve: Best things to do in Algarve, Portugal: find our selection
- Algarve: The best beaches in Algarve, Portugal
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