Located in the central region and close to the country's sea coast, between Coimbra and Porto, this city with around 80 thousand inhabitants is known as the Portuguese Venice and an invitation to relax, sailing through its canals with moliceiros: colorful boats that were used to collect moliço, a type of seaweed that was spread out in the sun and then used as fertilizer for the region's lands.

These boats are painted with humor (some spicy) and religious motifs.

The railway station's facade is covered with tile panels depicting landscapes and traditions.

Other buildings are also worth visiting, for their architecture and history.