SOUTHWEST FRANCE, NORTHERN SPAIN & PORTUGAL #21: LOVELY LAMEGO

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Lamego, in northern Portugal, is in the Douro Valley, known for its fabulous production of port wine. Ever since the ancient Romans first cultivated grape vines here in the third century, the region has been a wine-growing powerhouse.  It is one of the oldest wine-producing areas in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The resort hotel, Lamego Hotel & Life, served as our base for two nights while we explored the area.  Located on a hilltop, it offered beautiful views of the vineyards, and it was a quiet and peaceful setting for a couple of relaxing afternoons.

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Douro Valley
View from our hotel
This was the original building on the property, and a modern hotel was built adjacent to it.
Tile mural on the wall of the original building

Known for its historic city center, there was one standout feature that was quite lovely: Sanctuary of Our Lady of Rémedios, built in 1750.  We saw it during the day and lit up at night, which was beautiful!

The view from the top looking down the stairs was fabulous!
The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption was built in 1129
The first thing we saw when we walked into the restaurant where our group was eating dinner
More my taste; a delicious bean soup!

Coming up next: SOUTHWEST FRANCE, NORTHERN SPAIN & PORTUGAL #22: A DELIGHTFUL DOURO RIVER CRUISE & A WONDERFUL WINE-FILLED LUNCH

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