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Great Videos and Photos of the Best Places and Things to see in Lagos Portugal. For the independent traveller who is interested in seeing places while planning their next trip. Or for anyone who likes to be close to nature and see the quieter parts of the country or city
Lagos
Lagos in the western Algarve makes an interesting place to use as a base for a sea holiday. The town on one side over looks the sea and sandy beaches and on another side looks over a river and marina. The old town has plenty of quality restaurants. Close to the town there are numerous sea stacks and caves.
Town Beach
Lagos - Beaches and Cliffs
Beside the Forte da Ponta Bandeira there is a small sandy beach, with windsurfing and canoeing facilities.
Lagos Cliff Walk
Lagos - Beaches and Cliffs
The cliff walk between the harbour in Lagos and the beach of Praia do Pinhao and beyond has some interesting rock formations.
Lagos Grotto
Lagos - Beaches and Cliffs
Just below the ligthouse at Ponta da Piedade close to Lagos there is a series of caves. You can take a boat trip form the Lagos Marina or pick up a local boat below the cliffs at the lighthouse.
Praia da Ana
Lagos - Beaches and Cliffs
The rock formations at Praia da Ana are quite spectaular. Like many of the beaches, the rocky coves protected by high cliffs form an idyllic locaton for a relaxing day on the beach.
Lagos Marina
Lagos Waterfront
The Marina de Lagos has 460 berths and has become an important centre for long-distance cruisers, and it is also known for its modern drawbridge.
Ribeira de Bensafrim
Lagos Waterfront
The River runs along the town. A river taxi provides a ferry service to a local beach. The river is also crossed by a canitlever bridge.
Fishing Port
Lagos Waterfront
Lagos was formerly a fishing port, today the economy is tourist based though there is a small fleet of lobster boats.
Henry the Naviagtor
Lagos Town
The square by the church and close to the harbour is dedicated to Henry the Navigator. Hernry spent much of his life in Lagos and many of his Caraels set sail from the harbour.
Old Town
Lagos Town
The old wall town of Lagos is worth exploring, with it's painted cottages and narrow streets the old town is an attractive option after a day on the beach.
Lagos Town
Lagos Town
The town of Lagos has a plentiful supply of hotel and apartment accommodation. Within close proximity to the town there are a number of fine sandy beaches, some backed by high eroded cliffs.
Town Walls
Lagos Town
From 1576 to 1755, Lagos was a high-profile capital of the Algarve, until destroyed by the earthquake and tsunami of 1755. Though some walls from the 16th century still remain, as well as the governor's castle, many of the buildings are from the