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Portugal: The Monocle Handbook

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Portugal: The Monocle Handbook by Monocle provides an engaging guide to experiencing Portugal's vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning landscapes. This travel handbook covers both well-known locales and hidden gems, offering insights into local life, culinary delights, and must-visit spots. Ideal for adventurers and culture enthusiasts, it serves as an essential companion for exploring the unique charm of Portugal.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the distinctive culture, cuisine, and charm of Portugal. Perfect for travel enthusiasts seeking an insider's guide, it offers insights into the hidden gems and vibrant communities that make Portugal a captivating destination.

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From the team at Monocle, this is a practical travel guide to Portugal, featuring unique insights and stunning images throughout.

From the team at Monocle, the first in a new series of practical travel guides

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From the team at Monocle, the first in a new series of practical travel guides.

Following in the footsteps of the hugely successful Monocle Book of Italy and The Monocle Book of the Nordics, Monocle's latest title turns its focus to Portugal in an exciting new series of country-specific books.

A handbook in feel and tone, this practical guide will transport you to the sun-dappled hills of Lisbon and the winding streets of Porto, as well as lesser-known locales from the Alentejo region, with its plentiful vineyards, to the dramatic landscapes of the Azores.

Plus, discover Monocle's favourite places to stay, eat, and shop. Stop off at an elegant palΓ‘cio, indulge in a family-run tasca, and scour the streets for the creamiest pastΓ©is de nata. Explore the cross-country trips we’d make, whether by car, boat, or horse.

You'll also be introduced to the country's rich culture, including the history of Portugal's vibrant visual identity and the folks at the heart of it all.

So join in, hit the tiles and explore this fascinating country in Portugal: The Monocle Handbook.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500978542

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: Illustrated throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 780g

Pages: 200

About the Author

Tyler BrΓ»lΓ© is Editorial director and chairman of Monocle. Andrew Tuck is the magazine's Editor in Chief. Joe Pickard is Head of book publishing.

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