The capital of the Algarve in the south of Portugal, Faro stands proudly as one of the most authentically ‘Portuguese’ of the country’s larger cities. A cultural hotspot, the city celebrates its heritage all year round, hosting various concerts and festivals. Its nightlife is bang on trend and the city’s bars pulsate with a mix of traditional and contemporary music that filters out into the streets from the early evening into the small hours. One of the main attractions here is the beach, situated 7 kilometres from the city centre. The sand stretches for miles and the many resorts along this stretch of coastline are popular with travellers, though it is rarely crowded (parking, however, remains a problem so plan ahead!). As well as a serving as a beach getaway for the wind- and rain-weary traveller, Faro is a historic city brimming with culture. The predominant Mo
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