terça-feira, 29 de abril de 2008

Biblioteca Almeida Garret and Solar do Vinho do Porto

Two confortable places, nearby in Porto.

The Almeida Garret library, located inside the beautiful Palacio de Cristal park, is a very nice institution. The building is a fine example of contemporary architecture, and inside, not only books, there is a great art exhibition room, free internet access, computers provided, also wireless system, free DVD movie rental, thousands of music CDs, international magazines, newspapers, desks, sofas, restaurant. It is a good place to be.

Behind the library, but walking from outside the park, you can visit also the Solar do Vinho do Porto. It is a very nice bar, with a romantic garden and an oustandig view of the Arrabida Bridge over the Douro River. In that hidden bar you will find a big menu of simply ALL the porto wine existing varieties, ALL brands, from the most popular to the most expensive ones. Our suggestion: try the Porto Tonica, a fresh long drink, made of white Porto, tonic water and lemon juice.

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