Lagush is an ancient city on the banks of the Bensafrin river with cobbled streets and narrow courtyards, still surrounded by fortress walls. It is one of the most popular resorts of the Algarve, despite its remoteness from other major cities (the nearest one is Faro - 67 km from Lagos).
Each of the tourists is attracted to Lagos by something: for some it's a rich history , left behind a lot of monuments, for others - amazing nature, for the third - an excellent tourist infrastructure . In short, Lagos is the ideal place for those who prefer to relax on their vacations and "turn off" the head, and for those who , on the contrary, wants to "fill" with an eyeball with with new knowledge and impressions . The only category of tourists who can be disappointed by Lagos are hermit tourists who prefer quiet secluded places . There are always a lot of people in Lagos .
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How to get here
The nearest airport to Lagos is in the center of Faro district. There are regular flights from major European cities. You can get from Faro to Lagos by diesel train or bus.
From the railway station or bus stop to the hotel you have to walk or take a taxi - the town is small, and there is no public transport there. If possible, it is better to rent a car - many local attractions and the best beaches are located close to the city, but not in pedestrian accessibility.
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Climate
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| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| In the afternoon | + 15 | + 16 | + 18 | @ + 19 | + 21 | + 25 | + 28 | + 28 | + 26 | + 22 | + 19 | + 16 |
| at night | +7 | + 8 | + 10 | + 11 | + 13 | + 16 | + 18 | + 18 | + 17 | + 14 | +11 | + 9 |
| in | + 16 | + 16 | + 18 | + 18 | + 20 | + 20 | + 22 | + 22 | + 20 | + 20 | + 19 | + 19 |
Beaches
Beaches are truly the pride of Lagos, because not only are they incredible - they are also very diverse. It stretches along the coast, long open beaches, and closed on all sides, small beaches, coves of a variety of bizarre shapes. Among the latter there are many nudist beaches. Most beaches have developed infrastructure and are very well equipped - even for people with disabilities.
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| Carvi Beach Hotel from 2 826 rub. Lagos Alameda. Armando Soares Ribeiro Praia D. Ana | Solar de Mos from 2 413 rubles Lagos Rua Sta. Casa da Misericordia, Lt. 1 | Vilabranca from 2 413 rubles Lagos Torraltinha |
| Hotel Mar Azul from 1 723 rub Lagos Rua 25 De Abril N 13 | Hotel Lagosmar from 1 999 rubles Lagos Rua Dr Faria E Silva, N: 13 | Hotel Cidade Velha from 2 757 rubles Lagos Rua Dr. Joaquim Tello, Nº 7 |
Shopping and souvenirs from Lagos
Like many cities in southern Portugal, Lagos is famous for its ceramics of the most varied sizes, colors and destinations.
You can buy a lot of different small souvenirs from cork - and enclose them with fragile ceramics. Cork thread is another traditional craft of southern Portugal, and in Lagos you will find many products from this material - from key rings and mugs to cups, to handbags, hats and shoes. It should be noted that Lagos is more a place where you can buy such things in principle, and not where they can be bought cheaply.
Sometimes - and, as a rule, spontaneously - before the church around the harbor unfold a small fair, like flea market, where you can buy unique clothes or souvenirs.
Entertainments, sightseeing and sightseeing Lagosha
A lot of rocks of interesting shapes, grottoes and small coves, to the majority of which can only be reached from the water, attract fans of exotic landscapes. You can rent a boat or take part in a marine safari along the coastline, which costs about 10 EUR per person.
When you get tired of ocean rolling, but thirst new impressions are not yet satisfied, it's time to turn to those landmarks of Lagos that are on land . In the area of San Sebastian you will find the same church with a beautiful view of Lagos and the surroundings, as well as the church of St. Anthony, to which is an excellent example of baroque in its southern European understanding . There is also the ancient Roman dam of Fonte-Cobert and the chapel of John the Baptist - this is a monument to soldiers who died in various battles near Lagos .
In another area, Santa Maria , the most attractive tourist attractions are the remains of the fortress walls and towers of Lagos, the building of the weapons workshop, the Fort of Cape Bandeira, which offers a wonderful view, and the building of the first slave market in Europe, organized in 1441 in the building of anti The exhibition and the center of folk crafts are located there.
In Odiashara district, which is located outside the city, you will find a parish church and the Fort of Meiia Praia. There is also the same name with a fort and one of the most popular beaches of Lagos. The Luzh district is more like a religious center, it is believed that the Mother of God herself patronizes it, and therefore it is not surprising that its main attractions are the fortress castle of the Virgin Mary and the church of Luz de Lagos. Photo of Lagos (10)