Holidays in Portugal in the fall – vacation in November

The summer season is over, but a November vacation in Portugal can be a great way for you to add some sun to your gloomy days. In Ukraine, autumn in November is gloomy, rainy-snowy and cold, and in Portugal at this time the sun is shining brightly, and the warm waters of the Atlantic invite you to plunge into them. Portugal is sometimes called a European province, in which nature is directly adjacent to modern culture and life. National traditions are honored here, almost stronger than in Old England, and hospitality rivals those of the Caucasus. Coming here, every tourist immediately understands how happy everyone is to see him.

Most of the locals will smile when communicating with you, and if necessary, they will certainly come to your aid. In addition, all these emotions are seasoned with restraint and nobility, which Turks or Thais lack, so in this place you will feel yourself in the company of serious, educated people who respect themselves and you as well.

Holidays in November in Portugal are clean sandy beaches, blue-green waves of the Atlantic Ocean, sharp rocks on the coast, high mountains covered with dense forests, green valleys and blue rivers. The country is a very well-groomed, but at the same time unrefined park, in which it is pleasant to just walk without even going inside these magnificent medieval castles and cathedrals, ancient fortresses and houses. The diversity here will surprise even a resident of the largest and most diverse country on the planet, let alone ordinary Europeans. And what wonderful grape plantations you will see here! But at the wineries you can hold a tasting. The main thing is to stay on your feet after that.

Many companies open promotional tours in the fall, so hurry up to use this opportunity. Of course, your autumn vacation will directly depend on the climate. And that, in turn, is very dependent on the influence of the Atlantic. Most often, the temperature in November is lower here than on the Mediterranean coast, in addition, the cold Canary Current flows along the coast of Portugal, and the weather is capricious, sometimes rainy. Water in autumn warms up to 15 degrees Celsius, after 18 in summer, and by winter it drops to 10 degrees. Most of all precipitation falls in the mountains, which are trapped by clouds, and in the central and southern parts of the country, rain is a rare phenomenon. Most of the resorts are located on the southern coast or on the islands of this area, because here the warmest weather. And there the capital is not far away, and a visit to Lisbon is simply a must,

This city consists, as it were, of two parts, separated by a river delta. In the old part of the city, you will see a lot of sights, walk along narrow sloping streets and climb the hill where the old fortress of the city stands. And then, cross the big bridges by train or car to a new city, where there are many interesting examples of modern architecture, large shops and nightlife is in full swing. In Lisbon, there is a monastery that was built in honor of Vasco da Gama, a chapel where he asked the blessing of the Virgin Mary for a trip around the world. During a tour to Portugal, be sure to visit this monastery, which is called Jeronimos.

In the National Museum of Lisbon, you can explore the country's national art over a period of seven centuries (12-19 centuries). In addition, you should definitely visit the Center for Contemporary Art, the National Carriage Museum and other museums dedicated to archeology, ancient art, and ethnology. Many Russians live in the capital, but even more immigrants from Ukraine. There, even in banks, they write in Portuguese and Ukrainian in all brochures and announcements. But the Portuguese do not like the British and do not know English. It will be better for a tourist to speak French or buy a Portuguese phrasebook. But in general, the locals are willing to make contact, even when they do not understand your language.