Back to the UK!
We had enjoyed ten relaxing days in Portugal’s Alentejo but now it was time to go back to the UK! We set off from Flor da Rosa on main roads to Lisbon Airport... READ MORE
A day trip from Flor da Rosa
It was another lovely day and we decided to take a day trip from Flor da Rosa, visiting Avis, Alter Pedrosa and Alter do Chao. The countryside was pretty, with lots and lots... READ MORE
Evening light at Flor da Rosa
Evening light at Flor da Rosa in the spring time is soft and golden. And it allows me to indulge myself in a few more photographs before returning to London. Wonderful! READ MORE
Walking around Flor de Rosa
There is good walking around Flor da Rosa, including a nice circular walk of about an hour from the Pousada and through the tracks along the fields. READ MORE
Prehistoric remains
I was keen to revisit some of the prehistoric remains which we had previously found in this area, but our map failed us and so I only have one to show you, and... READ MORE
A day in Castelo de Vide
It was time to spend a day Castelo de Vide again. We had visited the town several times in the past but there was always something to enjoy, or learn. It was a... READ MORE
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National Gallery
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