Faro's history began in the VIII century b.C. during the Phoenicians colonization. Since then, there has been a lot of cultural influences from European and Morrocan Kings all over the ​region, that can be seen throught the arquitecture, colors, gastronomy and patterns of the city.

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Today Faro is a modernized city, district headquarters, where they can be found, all major Portuguese institutional services. Has developed various cultural projects (theater, cinema, music, dance), from the construction of the theater of figures, together with the theater group of the Algarve (ACTA), which is based in Lethes Theatre.
The University of Algarve, founded in 1976, with about 10,000 students, has taken a leading role in technologies related to the sea, at national and international level, attracting more and more foreign students, through the Erasmus program.

Faro is surrounded by the Ria Formosa, which is a marine natural park, formed by lagoons and aquatic channels , which extends over the municipalities of Loulé, Faro, Olhão, Tavira and Vila Real de Santo António, covering an area of ​​about 18,400 hectares along 60 kilometers from the river Ancão to the beach of Manta Rota.
This humid area, houses hundreds of sea birds and some exotic species like flamingos (perfect for birdwaching lovers). Don't miss the opportunity to visit the deserted islands and do not forget to bring sunscreen.

The excellence of food is a landmark of Faro. Vegetables, meat, fish, and the unique fresh seafood dishes, such as cataplana, will surely conquer your palate. Inside the old town you can find some of the tastiest restaurants in town.