{"id":265,"date":"2016-03-15T11:12:08","date_gmt":"2016-03-15T11:12:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.fe.up.pt\/~cinpar\/?page_id=265"},"modified":"2016-03-15T11:13:41","modified_gmt":"2016-03-15T11:13:41","slug":"local-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fe.up.pt\/cinpar\/en\/local-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Local Information"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With the variety of resources available Porto conquers all its visitors, from those who want it for its history and authenticity, to the ones who seek to explore a new, more cosmopolitan and contemporary city. Discovering Porto means discovering what makes it different:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The famous Port Wine, available at the cellars, wine shops, the museum and bars, to be tasted and to get to know its history<\/li>\n<li>An Historical Centre designated World Cultural Heritage, by UNESCO, since December 1996, gathering a vast heritage to be visited, known for its narrow streets, its granite buildings and the unique setting of the colourful houses by the river<\/li>\n<li>Museums with varied themes, such as transports, history, art, communication and sciences<\/li>\n<li>Churches with their interior covered by magnificent gilt carving, classified monuments and beautiful tile panels<\/li>\n<li>Buildings designed by renowned national and international contemporary architects<\/li>\n<li>A privileged location by the river and the sea, ideal for nautical tourism, pleasant walks or bike rides along the riverside and the seaside, and relaxing moments at delightful terraces<\/li>\n<li>Enchanting parks and gardens, romantic and bucolic, perfect for a break or for special family moments<\/li>\n<li>The possibility of getting to know the city on foot, by bus, tram or any other classical or more innovative way<\/li>\n<li>Classical and timeless caf\u00e9s, inviting you to a joyful gathering, and modern and cosmopolitan bars, with music for all tastes<\/li>\n<li>Traditional commerce, alternative shops, fashion boutiques by national and international designers, and also modern shopping centres<\/li>\n<li>Typical Portuguese cuisine restaurants, and restaurants serving many other types of cuisine, along with the opportunity to try the recipes of renowned chefs, served in excellent places<\/li>\n<li>A public transportation system that allows you to easily move around the city<\/li>\n<li>A regular cultural and leisure events programme, both national and international, taking place in prestigious entertainment venues and on the grand stage \u2013 the city itself<\/li>\n<li>The annual and great City Festivities \u2013 Porto\u2019s S\u00e3o Jo\u00e3o, celebrated by all people<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And, of course, accommodation offers for varied prices and meeting the expectations of the most demanding clients, a vast set of quality services and nice and welcoming people awaiting you.<\/p>\n<p>Porto gives you a bit of everything. Give it a try!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Useful links:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.visitporto.travel\/\">http:\/\/www.visitporto.travel\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.europeanconsumerschoice.org\/travel\/visit-porto-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\">\u00a0Travel Guide to visit Porto<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.oportocool.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">OPortoCool<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maisturismo.pt\/pt\/?sec=region&amp;id=5872\" target=\"_blank\">MaisTurismo Site Porto<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.visitportugal.com\/pt-pt\" target=\"_blank\">Visitar Portugal-Portal oficial<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the variety of resources available Porto conquers all its visitors, from those who want it for its history and authenticity, to the ones who seek to explore a new, more cosmopolitan and contemporary city. 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