Faro is an Administrative and the provincial capital of Algarve and has an abundance of historical assets and cultural values. Faro is also a flourishing university town. Faro or Harum was in originality a prehistoric fishing village.

The old town of Estói in Faro is home to a splendid Palace. All through the streets of Faro you can yourself see the mixture of Roman and Arab influences. The city was fortified with the Roman walls in the 9 th century. Inside the Roman walls you can see a Roman cathedral dating from the 13 th century. The strong walls of the Cathedral survived the effect of earthquake. On the back side of the cathedral there is a “Chapel of Bones”. This chapel is actually made up of skeletons and bones buried hundreds of years ago. Opposite of the cathedral stands the Episcopal Palace also known as Bishop's Palace. The Palace is an extraordinary set of historic buildings which adds a lot more charm and culture to the city. Next to the square is the Episcopal Seminary. This was build on the request of the then Bishop - Francisco Gomes de Avelar.

Faro is a flourishing university town that means that Faro is ideal for a night outs. The renowned student festival, 'Semana Académica da Universidade do Algarve ' is celebrated in the month of May. The festival week comprises of presentation by musicians, DJs and special guests. The festive week is the real party time.

City of Faro is 7km far away from the coast. Today the old city of Faro looks beyond the marina and Faro's estuary. Ria Formosa is situated around the coast. Ria Formosa saved Faro from the Tsunami, where it remains isolated behind its ancient walls from the growing metropolis. Faro became the capital of Algarve after the tsunami took place. The former capital was heavily destroyed by the flood.

Many of the tourist places and historic places are in walking distances. A small walk from Cidade Velha will get you to Tua do Santo Antonio. Here you can shop according to your wish. There are more to these places which are a point of interest to the tourist.

Faro is a very beautiful city and so it is worth a visit. So, on your next trip to Portugal try not to miss this place.