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Lagos is a city in Portugal. It is situated on the Algarve coast, approximately 20 km east of Cabo de São Vicente, the most south-westerly point of Europe, in the vicinity of the small town of SAGRES. Lagos has an impressive history and offers many cultural attractions with its ancient buildings and the picturesque waterfront promenade. In addition, but also the beautiful beaches with its beaches and beach bars attract many tourists and leisure to Lagos. The nearest airport in Lagos is located in Faro, approximately 100 km further East. Planes and low cost airlines land here after Portugal. Most holidaymakers set back the distance traveled from the airport to their hotel in Lagos with a rental car. Especially the well-preserved old town with its historic sights and cultural events, but also the many small shops, cafes and nightclubs of Lagos make it a perfect holiday destination. One of the most beautiful places in the city of Lagos is the Praça Gil Eanes with the famous statue of king Sebastião.

At the southern end of the pedestrian area, towards the port channel, is the Praça da República, one of the most beautiful places in this city. On the South side stands the Church of Igreya de Santa Maria from the 14th century. Behind it, right on the town wall, is the former Governor's Palace. Results along the waterfront promenade with Palm trees planted in the Avenida dos Descobrimentos up to the Forte da Ponta Bandeira, an ancient fortress with four round towers, which was built for the protection of the harbour. Here again different exhibitions. It is certainly one MEIA Praia, northeast of this city, which spans several kilometers with its picturesque, bright red cliffs to the most beautiful beaches. In addition to a unique bathing pleasure, there are also many possibilities and offers water sports. The South of this city is the Praia do Camilo and the Praia de Dona Ana, with the small offshore islands of rock.

From here, you go to the nearby Ponta da Piedade, where is the Algarve coast with its most beautiful rock formations. In the reddish rock between big holes and caves, which were washed away by the sea. Continuously spills the blue-green water with its waves on the walls. It cruises are offered to the caves are caves to explore on foot. The village of Odiáxere North of this city is worthwhile for a trip. There is a pretty village church and a reservoir, which is surrounded by a beautiful landscape.