Portimão is located at the mouth of the River Arade that provides the up-river
access to the ancient city of Silves, capital of the Algarve during the Moorish occupation.
A boat marina was recently opened adjoining Praia da Rocha, adding the fascinating sight of
the many boats at anchor and a further choice of bars and restaurants in which to enjoy the evening.
Recommended sites to visit are: the mother-church (14th century, rebuilt in the 18th century),
the Colégio Church (17th century), the Town Hall, the renowned Praia da Rocha
(with its Santa Catarina de Ribamar Fortress) and the Roman ruins of Abicada.
