An industrial city dotted with decorative bridge, Porto, Portugal, or Port, Portugal, is the Spanish speaking nation's second largest city. Porto's "River of Gold," or Douro River, may serve as the city's most precious cargo.
Porto's metropolitan neighborhoods feature visually treasures, especially in the Riberia community, one of Porto's most popular neighborhoods. Visitors to Riberia take in the signature steep slopes of each narrow winding street. Classic structures and balconied homes model a path toward the riverbank along Riberia's cobblestoned streets.
The Porto community of Amarante reveals a quiet charm showcasing seventeenth century mansions overlooking the local river. Amarante is popular with Porto natives for it's role as a major manufacturer of sugary egg pastries called Angel Bellies.
Porto's coastline sports a sprinkling of holiday resorts, like the posh beach at Esinpho. Porto's vibrant porting industry is demonstrated in the bustling activity at local ports like Matosinhos, popular for it's award-winning seafood. The Portuguese city also hosts a number of traditional fishing towns. Povoa de de Varzim grants travelers the opportunity to experience fishing with a side of slots and table at the town's colorful casino. Pop into Portugal's Porto for a blast of quaint Euro-Metro charm.
