Last stop in Portugal! Fernando's parents picked us up from our hotel in Vilamoura, Portugal, and introduced us to Vila Real de Santo António, the last village in Portugal before you cross the Spanish-Portuguese border.
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The town square of Vila Real bears an obelisk in the middle, a monument to King Jose I, unveiled in 1775. Behind is the church "Nossa Senhora de Encarnaçao" or Our Lady of Incarnation, which was built in the 18th century.
In the square, we came across an antique market, showcasing some nostalgic knickknacks, like this old phonograph.
I love these little Portuguese dolls in traditional dress.
Paloma got to try an old-fashioned tricycle that probably needed some oiling.
The decorative tiling adds a nice touch to the streets.
We made like the Portuguese and enjoy our pingados, or espressos with a shot of milk.
Paloma roamed around the city streets and waited to greet a Portuguese mouse.
This seems to be the town to buy quality-made linens and towels made by locals. Fernando's parents got us a beautiful beach towel and a bath mat, which are so soft and plush.
Paloma posed with a bull, who dons its proud heritage from Portugal.
This Portuguese mom and kid were so kind as to lend Paloma their toy car, much easier to control than the tricycle back there.
Back in the car and crossing the border back to Spain. It's always fun to see the other part of the Iberian peninsula. Adeus, Portugal!
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