Porto was once a pre-roman settlement called Portus Cale, for which the country of Portugal was later named. Present-day Porto is a vibrant mosaic of buildings set on the gently-sloping banks of the Douro river, dotted with traces of its medieval and gothic past.

Charming Porto deserves much more than a day but many travelers pass through without more time to spare. If that’s the case for you, it’s still possible to sample the best of food and drink in Porto without overwhelming yourself. With that said, we’ve put together a mini-guide to get the best “Taste of Porto” under a time crunch. Head to the link in our bio for more. [email protected]__igi ?Porto, Portugal ?? Best Travel Photo