Azenhas do Mar

The lovely hamlet of Sintra, Lisbon's second-greatest historical city, is only 15 minutes away. Genuinely natural saltwater pools form at its base as it is perched on a rock. It is worth having a leisurely stroll through the town to take in the ambience, which is almost more reminiscent of the Mediterranean and the Greek islands despite the fact that it is small and easily accessible. Of course, with the Portuguese tile's tip.

Azenhas do Mar is a little town on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic coast with about 800 residents and is close to the enigmatic Sintra palaces. Since Azenhas do Mar is only 17 miles from Lisbon, it is actually a fantastic day trip.

This sleepy fishing village, which is literally built into the coastal cliffs, has a stunning beach, breathtaking vistas, and delectable seafood. The tiny white cottages in Azenhas do Mar with traditional tile façade are one of the city's distinctive features. It's like a scene from a movie!

• Location: Lisbon