Algarve
Country
Portugal (PT)
Airport(s)
Faro Airport (FAO)
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The Algarve is the southernmost region of mainland Portugal, incorporating, amongst others, the cities of Faro, Albufeira, Lagos, Olhão, Tavira, Portimão and Silves. The Algarve is one of the Regions of Portugal according to NUTS II subdivisions. The region's administrative centre is the city of Faro
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A popular destination for sun-seekers from northern Europe and the UK, Faro has a reputation as being an overrun party beach town for much of the year. Visitors who use it as a base to explore the more remote areas of the Algarve in the off-season will experience much more of what southern Portugal has to offer; but those looking for no more than a tan and cocktails won't be disappointed. In winter, it is a beautiful, peaceful corner of Southern Europe with plenty of sun bleaching the white-washed town with colonial and Moorish-influenced architecture. The people are more friendly than other parts of Europe. Many speak a bit of English, but are very appreciative of any attempts at Portuguese.
Although most people think that the Algarve is a sunny place all year round, it has four well-defined seasons in terms of temperature and rainfall. However, the region is in general the warmest region of Mainland Portugal. The lowest temperature in winter never goes below 0ºC, and the hottest days in summer seldom reach 35ºC. The warm climate, the beaches and the sunny weather, makes Faro district a very popular summer resort.
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