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Faro is the largest city in the Algarve and the gateway to southern Portugal. Lying on the coast, overlooking the shallow lagoons of the protected Ria Formosa Natural Park, this is a destination blessed with rich cultural wealth and a stunning location. Faro’s history is compelling. Igreja da Nossa Senhora do Carmo Away from the Old Town, Faro’s city center ...

Faro is the largest city in the Algarve and the gateway to southern Portugal. Lying on the coast, overlooking the shallow lagoons of the protected Ria Formosa Natural Park, this is a destination blessed with rich cultural wealth and a stunning location. Faro’s history is compelling. The Romans called it Ossonoba, and their legacy is tangible. Cidade Velha Exploring Faro’s ...