Right in the west of Portugal and 100 kilometers from Lisbon, the Portuguese village of Nazaré is one of the most typical tourist attractions in the country.Today, the village is known throughout the world for surfing its giant waves.It is also one of the main beach areas in Portugal.Vila da Nazaré has a long tradition centered on fishing, where you can see boats and nets scattered along the edges of the beaches.Fishermen are the main work force in this locality and fishmongers still wear the traditional 7 skirts.Alcobaça, located between the mountains and the ocean, is where part of the country’s history lives, where you can visit beautiful Monasteries and Convents of the Cistercian Order.In addition to its rich history, Alcobaça has a gastronomy of choice, standing out for being the region of one of the best convent sweets in Portugal.
