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Discover the East Algarve's Best Beaches
The beaches of the eastern Algarve (Sotavento) are renowned for their serene beauty, golden sands, and calm, clear waters. Unlike the busier western coast, these beaches offer unspoiled landscapes, perfect for relaxation and nature lovers. Highlights include Ilha de Tavira and Praia de Cacela Velha, with its breathtaking views of the Ria Formosa Natural Park. With gentle tides and warmer waters, Sotavento beaches are ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying a peaceful coastal escape in Portugal.
Castro Marim
Castro Marim is a charming historic village in the Algarve, near Portugal’s border with Spain. Known for its medieval castle built in the 13th century, Castro Marim played a strategic defensive role throughout history. The village is also famous for its traditional salt production in natural salt marshes, which are part of the Castro Marim Nature Reserve, a haven for various bird species. Every August, the Medieval Fair brings the village to life with costumes, crafts, and reenactments, offering a unique experience of Portugal’s medieval past.
Ria Formosa
Ria Formosa is a beautiful coastal Natural park in Portugal’s Algarve region, stretching 60 kilometers between Faro and Cacela Velha. This protected natural park is known for its diverse habitats, including salt marshes, barrier islands, and sandy beaches, making it a haven for wildlife, especially migratory birds like flamingos and the rare purple gallinule.
Ria Formosa also supports traditional salt production and shellfish farming, which are important to the local culture and economy. Visitors can explore its peaceful waters by boat or kayak, though conservation efforts are essential to protect this fragile ecosystem from environmental pressures.
