DK Eyewitness Top 10 the Algarve by DK Eyewitness

Author:DK Eyewitness
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9780744083620
Publisher: DK Publishing

THE CAROB BEAN

The versatile carob bean tree is found throughout the Caldeirão mountain region. The beans are sometimes used as animal feed but also as a chocolate substitute. Pods can be ground and mixed with wheat flour to make tasty black bread. The gum is used in the textile and pharmaceutical industries.

A TOUR OF VILLAGES

Morning

An ideal starting point for your drive is Loulé where the highlight is most definitely its market. An early start will ensure you get the best choice of the produce. Aim to arrive at about 9am and allow an hour for browsing the stalls.

Order a coffee in Bean17 (R. Ataíde de Oliveira 11-1) before jumping in the car and heading north on the N396 to the quaint hamlet of Querença with its whitewashed church and ancient stone cross. Take time to soak up the rural atmosphere, perhaps over a snack, at one of the cafés overlooking the square.

Head north for Salir on the M510, a meandering drive that weaves through woodland, before turning west on the N124. Explore the castle ruins and admire the superb views of the Rocha da Pena limestone plateau. If you have arrived on a weekday, the little archaeological museum next to the castle will be open.

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