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Tavira (Portuguese pronunciation: [tɐˈviɾɐ] ⓘ) is a Portuguese town and municipality, capital of the Costa do Acantilado, situated in the east of the Algarve on the south coast of Portugal. It is 28 kilometres (17 miles) east of Faro and 75 kilometres (47 miles) west of Huelva across the river Guadiana into Spain.
Mar 14, 2021 · Tavira is a small town with a rich history, a scenic river, and a stunning island beach. Learn about its Roman bridge, castle, churches, and how to visit the Ria Formosa lagoon.
- Praia do Barril. On the Ilha de Tavira barrier island is a world-class beach. Praia do Barril has a long and wide belt of white sand, with rows of parasols and sun loungers and a dune system behind.
- Tavira Castle. The best remnant from the town’s Moorish era, Tavira’s castle has walls dating from the Almoravid dynasty in the 1000s. It was beefed up later during the Almohad Caliphate in the 12th century, and many of the surviving vestiges are from that time.
- Igreja da Misericórdia. The Renaissance facade of this church demands your attention, and is from the church’s construction in the mid-16th century. In the central niche is an image of Mary as “Our Lady of Mercy”, flanked by high reliefs of St Peter and Paul.
- Fado com História. Fado com História is a popular attraction where you can enjoy a great Fado performance (Portugese music genre). A video will introduce you to the genre and it’s rich history which is followed by a live perfomance.
Tavira is the most charming town in the Algarve, making it a fantastic destination for a holiday or day trip. The town lies along the slow-flowing Gilão River and offers a delightful combination of traditional Portuguese heritage and deep-rooted Moorish influences.
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- Roman Bridge. Old Bridge over the River Gilao (Ponte Antiga Dobre o Rio Gilão) is a picturesque white bridge that spans the Gilão River and offers a beautiful view of the town.
- Praça da Republica. Praça da Republica, the Republic Square, is the main town square of Tavira, located right next to the Roman Bridge. It’s a nice cozy pedestrianized square with a small fountain and a Monument to the soldiers of the Great War.
- Tavira Waterfront. The Gilão River splits the town center of Tavira in two. The main attractions are located on the right bank, south side of the Old Bridge.
- Tavira Castle & City Walls. Tavira Castle and City Walls (Castelo & Muralhas de Tavira) – is one of the oldest landmarks of Tavira. The Moors started building a castle here in the 10-11th centuries.
Set on either side of the meandering Rio Gilão, Tavira is arguably the Algarve's most charming town. The ruins of a hilltop castle, an old Roman bridge and a smattering of Gothic and Renaissance churches are among its historic attractions.
Nestled in the Algarve, Tavira emerges as a captivating seaside town that elegantly stretches over the gentle Gilão River, connected by a historic Roman bridge.
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