{"id":18947,"date":"2021-02-11T11:35:33","date_gmt":"2021-02-11T11:35:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/braga-eleita-melhor-destino-europeu-para-visitar-em-2021\/"},"modified":"2025-01-04T12:20:57","modified_gmt":"2025-01-04T12:20:57","slug":"braga-was-voted-the-best-european-destination-20211","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/en\/braga-was-voted-the-best-european-destination-20211\/","title":{"rendered":"Braga was crowned Best European Destination in 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In 2021, Braga was crowned Best European Destination<\/strong> by European Best Destinations (EBD)<\/strong>, a Brussels-based organization that promotes tourism and culture<\/strong> across Europe. This long-awaited award came after over 109,000 online votes worldwide<\/strong>, with 72% of the votes coming from outside Portugal<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Braga had previously secured second place in 2019<\/strong>, but this time, it triumphed over renowned cities such as Rome<\/strong>, which finished second, trailing by more than 31,000 votes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Braga\u2019s candidacy had the full support of Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa<\/strong>, the Secretary of State for Tourism Rita Marques<\/strong>, and Tourism Porto and North of Portugal (ATP)<\/strong>, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Braga was crowned Best European Destination in 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Voters from the United Kingdom, Brazil, the United States, and France<\/strong> played a significant role in Braga’s success. Interestingly, even the Vatican cast its vote for Braga<\/strong>, reaffirming its strong Catholic heritage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Braga is often referred to as the most Catholic city in Portugal<\/strong>, thanks to its historical and religious landmarks<\/strong>, such as the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte<\/a><\/strong>, a UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/strong>. Its magnificent staircase<\/strong> offers one of the best panoramic views over the city.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Founded over 2,000 years ago as Bracara Augusta<\/strong>, Braga was an important Roman administrative center<\/strong> in the Iberian Peninsula<\/strong>. It was the seat of the Roman province of Gallaecia<\/strong> (now Galicia, Spain) and was once so powerful that it even rivaled Santiago de Compostela<\/strong> as a religious center. Today:
A key stop on the Camino de Santiago<\/strong>, earning it the nickname \u201cCity of Archbishops.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also been a youthful and vibrant city, having held the title of European Youth Capital in 2012<\/strong> and Ibero-American Youth Capital in 2016<\/strong>. The presence of the University of Minho<\/strong> contributes to its reputation as one of the youngest cities in Portugal and Europe<\/strong>, with over 85,000 students and young residents<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Often called the \u201cPortuguese Rome\u201d<\/strong> due to its Baroque architecture, deep Catholic roots, and stunning religious monuments<\/strong>. The city\u2019s charm also extends to its gastronomy<\/strong>, featuring Caldo Verde (cabbage soup), Bacalhau \u00e0 Braga (codfish dish), Papas de Sarrabulho (a traditional meat stew), and the famous Abade de Priscos Pudding<\/strong>, a centuries-old dessert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Braga was crowned Best European Destination in 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Braga’s cultural richness, historical importance, religious heritage, and vibrant lifestyle<\/strong> make it an unmissable destination<\/strong> for travelers. Whether you visit for its UNESCO sites, stunning landscapes, or incredible food<\/strong>, Braga is a true European gem<\/strong> waiting to be explored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get to know Braga !!!!<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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