Porto- View from Vila Nova da Gaia

Douro River Cruise 2018


Although the sun shone in Porto where the cruise began, the weather was disappointing thereafter- and so are many of my photos!

Mateus Palace

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Palácio de Mateus (Mateus Palace) (Vila Real) The splendid Palácio de Mateus manor house is depicted on the labels of the famous Mateus rosé wine. Built in the 18th century, the building has an impressive baroque façade and ornate pinnacles on the roof. The beautifully landscaped gardens feature elegant statues as well as a stunning reflecting pond in the front of the palace.

Mateus Palace

04 Jun 2018 66
Palácio de Mateus (Mateus Palace) (Vila Real) The splendid Palácio de Mateus manor house is depicted on the labels of the famous Mateus rosé wine. Built in the 18th century, the building has an impressive baroque façade and ornate pinnacles on the roof. The beautifully landscaped gardens feature elegant statues as well as a stunning reflecting pond in the front of the palace.

Mateus Palace

04 Jun 2018 68
Palácio de Mateus (Mateus Palace) (Vila Real) The splendid Palácio de Mateus manor house is depicted on the labels of the famous Mateus rosé wine. Built in the 18th century, the building has an impressive baroque façade and ornate pinnacles on the roof. The beautifully landscaped gardens feature elegant statues as well as a stunning reflecting pond in the front of the palace.

Pinhao- Azulejos Tiles at the Railway Station

Pinhao- Azulejos Tiles at the Railway Station

Pinhao- Azulejos Tiles at the Railway Station

Pinhao- Azulejos Tiles at the Railway Station

Pinhao- Azulejos Tiles at the Railway Station

Pinhao- Azulejos Tiles at the Railway Station

Entering Valeira Dam

Riverside Railway

Granite Cliff

Cockburn's Quinta

Cockburn's Quinta

Quinta Near Vesuvio

'Douro Elegance'

Colourful Granite Cliff

Vesuvio- Abandoned Quinta Buildings


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