Marina in Vilamoura
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Vilamoura - it is the biggest tourist center in Europe, with an area of ​​about 20 square kilometers Vilamoura is in the municipality of Loulé, in the Algarve and borders the neighboring town of Quarteira, which is also considered a tourist town.

The name "Vilamoura" is translated as "Moorish village." The excavations, which were carried out show that Vilamoura existed in the 1st century BC. Lovers of archeology should visit the museum where you can see artifacts found, among them - mosaic, Roman lamps, Visigothic coins.

Vilamoura is one of the most prestigious resorts on the coast of Portugal, and is an international center for sailing. In its territory a lot of sports facilities. There are golf courses, tennis ports, water parks, high-class hotels and restaurants that offer delicious menu. For fishing enthusiasts allocated special areas for fishing. There is also a yacht club, which is considered one of the best in Europe and the port, where they can moor over 1,000 vessels.

In Vilamoura there are three beaches and one of the most popular beach of Marina considered. For those who want an active holiday there are all conditions. Windsurfing, snorkeling, ride a scooter and try parasailing, which today is the most popular pastime at many resorts.

Besides the beach Marina received the international award "Blue Flag", which is awarded to beaches and piers for water quality and level of safety for those who like to swim. Many tourists when choosing a place to rest prefer the places that have this award.

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Marina in Vilamoura