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   Vila Real (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈvilɐ ʁiˈal] ⓘ) is the capital and largest city of the Vila Real District, in the North region, Portugal. It is also the seat of the Douro intermunicipal community and of the Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro historical province.

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   • Mateus Palace. Nicolau Nasoni, the man who had a lasting impact on Portuguese Baroque architecture, helped design this noble estate in Vila Real. The palace is agreed as one of the finest Baroque civil buildings, constructed in extravagant style for the 3rd Morgado of Mateus in the first half of the 18th century.
   • UTAD Botanical Garden. The University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro planted this garden on its campus in 1987. It has one of the richest and most botanically significant collections of plant life in Portugal, extending over 80 hectares.
   • Capela Nova. You won’t miss this chapel in the centre of the city, as its facade is very imposing, with masses of carved granite, including four tall Tuscan columns that support a pediment topped with a statue of St Peter flanked by two angels.
   • Igreja de São Domingos. You won’t see a better example of Gothic architecture in the Trás-os-Montes region than this church established with a Dominican convent in 1424.

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   • Where Is Vila Real?
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   Vila Realis situated in the Trás-os-Montes region in northeast Portugal. It is 100km (62 miles) from the Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto. Some neighbouring towns near Vila Real are Peso da Régua and Sabrosa.

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   There is no train to Vila Real but if you want to use public transport in Portugal, the bus is really quite cheap and very comfortable.

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   Vila Real’s weather is quite different from most parts of Portugal. In Vila Real, the climate is a mix of temperate and Mediterranean climates, because of this, the winter in Vila Real is usually long and very cold with frequent rainfall and sometimes snow! Summers are short and very hot.

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   If you are planning on staying for a few days in Vila Real, here are our top things you must see and do.

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   As usual, don’t forget to try out some local cuisine in any Portuguese town you visit, it’s always delicious. Some good restaurants in Vila Real are: Restaurante O Transmontano serves typical Portuguese cuisine with excellent, friendly service.Address: Rua da Misericórdia 35. Restaurante Cardoso is rumoured to have the best “Francesinha” in the are...

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   Getting around the city is mostly done by walking or driving a car in Portugal. You can also use the local transportation in the town to visit some sites.

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   Vila Real is an excellent city to walk around in, feast in and see lots of medieval monuments and pristine nature. Visiting Mateus Palace (one of the most beautiful manor houses in Portugal) and Quinta do Paço gives you an insight into the medieval times in Portugal while other nearby places like Morão mountain and the Alvão mountain range have fan...

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5. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Tourism-g1019574-Vila_RealVila Real, Portugal: All You Need to Know Before You Go (2024 ...

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   Vila Real Tourism: Tripadvisor has 10,629 reviews of Vila Real Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Vila Real resource.

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   Things to Do in Vila Real, Portugal: See Tripadvisor's 10,651 traveller reviews and photos of Vila Real tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Vila Real. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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7. portugaltravelguide.com › vila-real-portugalThe City of Vila Real - Portugal Travel Guide

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   Aug 1, 2024 · The City of Vila Real. Founded in 1272, Vila Real (which means ‘royal town’) is a thriving agricultural centre ideally situated on an upland plateau ringed with mountains.

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   Where is Vila Real in Portugal?

   • First, let’s start with a brief history about Vila Real in Portugal. Vila Real is a small hilly city that overlooks the gorges of the Corgo River. It was founded in 1289 by King Denis of Portugal and is commonly known as the Royal town because many grand palaces were built in the city between the 16th and 17th century.

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   What does Vila Real Mean?

   • Portugal (2021) Vila Real (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈvilɐ ʁiˈal] ⓘ) is the capital and largest city of the Vila Real District, in the North region, Portugal. It is also the seat of the Douro intermunicipal community and of the Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro historical province.

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   What is Vila Real known for?

   • Vila Real is a small hilly city that overlooks the gorges of the Corgo River. It was founded in 1289 by King Denis of Portugal and is commonly known as the Royal town because many grand palaces were built in the city between the 16th and 17th century. Most of these were second homes and palaces for the Portuguese royal families in the middle ages.

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   How high is Vila Real?

   • Located in a promontory formed by the gorges of the Corgo and Cabril rivers, Vila Real sits at 460 m (1,510 ft) altitude. The Alvão and Marão mountains overlook the town on the northwest and southwest side, respectively, rising up to 1,400 m (4,600 ft).

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9. www.visitportugal.com › en › destinosVila Real | www.visitportugal.com

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   This palace, surrounded by gardens, is a must-see with its carved wooden ceilings, furniture, paintings and artefacts from different periods, of which a remarkable edition of “Os Lusíadas” stands out. It is a vibrant cultural centre which organises festivals, courses, seminars and exhibitions.