Heading South in Portugal to the "End of the World"

The last few days we have been cycling in the Costa Vicentina National Park occasionally skirting out to the coast for an ocean vista to see some of the most beautiful beaches in the world..  The cliffs along here are amazing!

We finally reached the most southern part of Portugal  which many called "The End of the World" when they thought the world was flat and are staying our last night in Sagres. Prince Henry the Navigator had a mission to facilitate further exploration in the 1400's and attracting navigators, marine scientists, astronomers from Europe who came to study and sail effectively against the headwinds.



Last night we stayed in Aldeia da Pedralva, a formerly abandoned town.  100 people used to live in the village and about 7 live there today.  Someone had a notion to located the 220 owners and heirs of the village and acquire the property to turn it into a tourist destination after rehabbing many of the homes built together on the side of the hill. It was charming but a steep walk for those on the upper level.  To the right is the charming little tiny house that Jan and I shared one evening.

At a previous stay, we had a cooking lesson from a chef for stuffed tomatoes.  Here are our collaborative efforts ready to go into the oven for our appetizers at dinner that night.


What a fabulous trip!