Three interesting towns near Lisbon, Portugal worth checking out

The majestic Moorish castle in Sintra would have you huffing and puffing up and down its ramparts. — Photos: ERIC KWAN

Many a time, when we visit a new country, we arrive at the main airport which is usually in the largest city. We then check into our hotel, visit the famous “you can’t say you’ve been there unless you have a photo of it” sights in that city, and either go home or move to another major city within the same country to continue our tour.

We don’t often explore the surrounding countryside.