Lagoa
A central Algarve municipality of cliff-backed coves, sea caves and vineyards, with Carvoeiro, Ferragudo and Benagil along its coast.
Lagoa is a municipality between Portimão and Silves, with its modest inland seat set a short way back from a coast of golden limestone cliffs. Its shoreline holds some of the region's most photographed spots, including Praia da Marinha and the sea cave at Benagil, alongside the resort village of Carvoeiro and the fishing village of Ferragudo on the Arade estuary.
Inland, Porches keeps a pottery tradition and Estômbar looks over the river. Wine is part of local life, and Lagoa gives its name to a recognised wine region. In town, the former Convent of São José now serves as a cultural centre.