{"id":201,"date":"2025-07-18T09:45:30","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T09:45:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/?page_id=201"},"modified":"2026-01-06T12:50:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T12:50:48","slug":"explore-north","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/explore-north\/","title":{"rendered":"Explore North"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"201\" class=\"elementor elementor-201\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-30a9e1f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"30a9e1f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9e8aa28 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9e8aa28\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1496\" src=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ponte-dom-luis-i-2.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-204\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ponte-dom-luis-i-2.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ponte-dom-luis-i-2-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ponte-dom-luis-i-2-1024x638.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ponte-dom-luis-i-2-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ponte-dom-luis-i-2-1536x957.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ponte-dom-luis-i-2-2048x1277.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-23e4daf e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"23e4daf\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0497d2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a0497d2\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-002b133 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"002b133\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e0ecc03 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e0ecc03\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Things to do in Porto<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-586d03a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"586d03a\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92d3600 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"92d3600\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c5fb6bd e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c5fb6bd\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7afa764 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7afa764\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"><b data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Architecture<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"2\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udccd Monastery da Serra do Pilar<\/b> An architectural landmark that glows with golden lights at night. The <i data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"101\">Miradouro da Serra do Pilar<\/i> on the grounds is a fantastic spot to watch the sunset!<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><b data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u26ea Igreja de S\u00e3o Francisco<\/b> This church is decorated with more than 200kg of gold and features a unique &#8220;Tree of Jesse&#8221; sculpture depicting the lineage of Jesus.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"4\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u2728 Igreja de Santa Clara<\/b> Originally a Catholic convent, this structure features Gothic architecture and an interior filled with intricate gilded woodwork.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"5\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf09 Ponte Dom Lu\u00eds I<\/b> A famous bridge designed by a student of the Eiffel Tower&#8217;s engineer! Take a jaunt across or stay a breath to watch the boats on the river.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"6\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfa8 Church of Santo Ildefonso<\/b> An <i data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"32\">azulejos<\/i>-covered church with a vintage feel, often surrounded by a craft market.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"7\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udff0 S\u00e9 do Porto<\/b> The city&#8217;s imposing Monastery and Cathedral\u2014a fortress-like structure overlooking the city.<\/p><hr data-path-to-node=\"8\" \/><h3 data-path-to-node=\"19\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Culture<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"20\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Pal\u00e1cio da Bolsa<\/b> A palace that took 67 years to build. You can only enter on an official guided tour as it is the active headquarters of the Commercial Association of Porto.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"21\"><b data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udd2d Torre dos Cl\u00e9rigos<\/b> Travel up 240 stairs for a panoramic view of Porto. The ticket includes access to the museum of Catholic artifacts and artwork.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"22\"><b data-path-to-node=\"22\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\ude82 S\u00e3o Bento Station<\/b> An aesthetically pleasing train station adorned with more than 20,000 of Portugal\u2019s famous <i data-path-to-node=\"22\" data-index-in-node=\"112\">azulejos<\/i> tiles.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"23\"><b data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83e\udd9a Jardins do Pal\u00e1cio de Cristal<\/b> A relaxing public garden with a tower, peacocks, peahens, and chickens roaming the grounds.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"24\"><b data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udea0 Telef\u00e9rico de Gaia<\/b> A cable car ride across the Douro River providing clear views of the city and the Dom Lu\u00eds Bridge.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"25\"><b data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfd8\ufe0f Ribeira District<\/b> A UNESCO World Heritage site on the riverbanks, breathtaking with picturesque houses, vendors, and vibrant nightlife.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"26\"><b data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udecd\ufe0f Rua de Santa Catarina<\/b> A mile-long stretch of boutiques and international stores. Don&#8217;t miss the <b data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"100\">Capela das Almas<\/b>(Chapel of Souls) nearby.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"27\"><b data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udcda Livraria Lello<\/b> The stunning bookshop that inspired <i data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"54\">Harry Potter<\/i>. Tickets are required (but discounted from book purchases). It gets packed, but the editions inside are beautiful.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"28\"><b data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f World of Discovery<\/b> Perfect for guests with kids\u2014a museum doubling as a theme park centered on the Age of Discovery.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"29\"><b data-path-to-node=\"29\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udecd\ufe0f Shopping Spots<\/b> Check out <b data-path-to-node=\"29\" data-index-in-node=\"29\">Urban Market<\/b> for local creators or <b data-path-to-node=\"29\" data-index-in-node=\"64\">CLONE by Ana<\/b> for high-end inspired fragrances without the price tag.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc07f2a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fc07f2a\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6b8012a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6b8012a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Food &amp; Wine<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"10\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Local Dining Favorites<\/b> Explore local gems like <b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"51\">Congo<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"58\">Taberna Santo Ant\u00f3nio<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"81\">Large Senhor do Padr\u00e3o<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"105\">O Afonso<\/b>, and <b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"119\">Bacalhau<\/b>. For brunch, try <b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"145\">Floresta Cafe<\/b>.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83e\udd67 Manteigaria<\/b> A famous spot for Catherine\u2019s favorite Portuguese snack: <i data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"72\">Pastel de Nata<\/i>. Most cafes offer them, so shop around to find your favorite!<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf77 Port Wine Tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia<\/b> Across the river is the spot for Port. Favorites include <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"99\">C\u00e1lem<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"106\">Cockburn<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"116\">Graham\u2019s<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"126\">Taylor\u2019s<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"136\">Burmester<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"147\">Ferreira<\/b> (no relation!), <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"172\">Caves Po\u00e7as<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"185\">Sandeman<\/b>, and <b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"199\">Casa Ramos Pinto<\/b>.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"13\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf07 Rooftop &amp; River Views<\/b> Visit <b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"31\">BOSCO<\/b> for superior river views or <b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"65\">Porto Cruz<\/b>, which offers tastings and a rooftop bar.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"14\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf54 McDonald\u2019s Imperial<\/b> Arguably the most beautiful McDonald&#8217;s in the world! Enjoy french fries in a stunning, historic cafe setting.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"15\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udc1f Mundo Fant\u00e1stico da Sardinha<\/b> A whimsical shop celebrating Portuguese sardine culture, wall-to-wall with colorful tinned fish.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"16\"><b data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf77 The World of Wine<\/b> Opened in 2021, this district features museums dedicated to port production, wine, and even chocolate!<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"17\"><b data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf47 Markets<\/b> Visit <b data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"17\">Mercado Bom Sucesso<\/b> or <b data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"40\">Mercado do Bolh\u00e3o<\/b>, a food hall filled with tasty treats and wine.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-058ce7f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"058ce7f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bd1b126 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bd1b126\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">We hope Porto becomes as special to you as it is to us.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a8e107 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8a8e107\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f6a3a7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5f6a3a7\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7cb24d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c7cb24d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" 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src=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Francesinha-a-Moda-do-Porto-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-210\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Francesinha-a-Moda-do-Porto-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Francesinha-a-Moda-do-Porto-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Francesinha-a-Moda-do-Porto-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Francesinha-a-Moda-do-Porto-930x620.jpg 930w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Francesinha-a-Moda-do-Porto.jpg 1125w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34cf555 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"34cf555\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d57677 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6d57677\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"929\" height=\"622\" src=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bolinho-de-bacalhau.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-211\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bolinho-de-bacalhau.jpg 929w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bolinho-de-bacalhau-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bolinho-de-bacalhau-768x514.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 929px) 100vw, 929px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4613f93 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4613f93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">We\u2019re so excited to celebrate with you in this beautiful city. While you\u2019re here, we hope you enjoy the charm, history, and magic that Porto has to offer.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8462137 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8462137\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3550a5c elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3550a5c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1412\" height=\"789\" src=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/braga-cidade_01.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-469\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/braga-cidade_01.webp 1412w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/braga-cidade_01-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/braga-cidade_01-1024x572.webp 1024w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/braga-cidade_01-768x429.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1412px) 100vw, 1412px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d646cb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6d646cb\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-31d3fcb e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"31d3fcb\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d13ffb e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6d13ffb\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-94b9447 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"94b9447\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Things to do in Braga<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4738244 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4738244\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f6ed0da e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f6ed0da\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7bdb223 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7bdb223\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-99270a2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"99270a2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Historic Landmarks &amp; Architecture<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"5\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u26f0\ufe0f Bom Jesus do Monte<\/b> A famous sanctuary and pilgrimage site known for its dramatic Baroque stairway.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"6\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udeaa Arco da Porta Nova<\/b> An ancient gate that is always open; it is the origin of the city\u2019s famous phrase &#8220;leaving the door open.&#8221;<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"7\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u26ea S\u00e9 de Braga<\/b> A beautifully preserved Roman Catholic Church and the oldest cathedral in Portugal.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"8\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u26ea S\u00e3o Martinho de Tib\u00e3es<\/b> A historic Benedictine monastery with ornate Rococo interiors.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b51975c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b51975c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-733e473 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"733e473\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Culture &amp; Nature<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\uddbc\ufe0f Biscainhos Museum<\/b> A museum housed in a noble palace, showcasing decorative arts and daily life of the 17th\u201319th centuries.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf39 Santa B\u00e1rbara Garden<\/b> A stunning 17th-century public garden filled with colorful flowers and manicured hedges, set against the backdrop of the Archbishop&#8217;s Palace.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"13\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83e\udda2 Quinta Lago dos Cisnes<\/b> Translates to &#8220;Swan Lake Farm&#8221;\u2014a picturesque venue often used for events, featuring lush surroundings and a tropical vibe.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c9383f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4c9383f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ee3f6d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6ee3f6d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/aveiro_portugal_tours-scaled-1.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-480\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/aveiro_portugal_tours-scaled-1.webp 2560w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/aveiro_portugal_tours-scaled-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/aveiro_portugal_tours-scaled-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/aveiro_portugal_tours-scaled-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/aveiro_portugal_tours-scaled-1-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/aveiro_portugal_tours-scaled-1-2048x1366.webp 2048w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/aveiro_portugal_tours-scaled-1-930x620.webp 930w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d6b784 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1d6b784\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-079ebf3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"079ebf3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c613084 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c613084\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-12c2d01 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"12c2d01\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Things to do in Aveiro<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9512204 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9512204\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af8c425 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"af8c425\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c77bee e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3c77bee\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7bc9c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b7bc9c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Essentials &amp; Food<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"5\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\ude86 Getting There<\/b> Take the train from Porto for a quick and scenic trip\u2014tickets are approximately \u20ac4-5 each way.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"6\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf6c Ovos Moles<\/b> A must-try sweet treat! These famous local desserts are made of egg yolks and sugar, wrapped in a thin wafer and often shaped like shells or fish.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f7ed1c2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f7ed1c2\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0d8f10d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0d8f10d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Sights<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"9\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83e\uddc2 Salinas de Aveiro<\/b> Visit the historic salt flats to see traditional salt harvesting and get a unique, reflective photo-op.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"10\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udef6 The Canals<\/b> Stroll along the water or take a ride on a colorful <i data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"66\">Moliceiro<\/i> boat to see the city&#8217;s charming Art Nouveau architecture from the best angle.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ebf2ea0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ebf2ea0\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6fd7a25 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6fd7a25\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2b68ed01acfa78bb3a6d9424e12bbe12.jpg-scaled.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-484\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2b68ed01acfa78bb3a6d9424e12bbe12.jpg-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2b68ed01acfa78bb3a6d9424e12bbe12.jpg-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2b68ed01acfa78bb3a6d9424e12bbe12.jpg-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2b68ed01acfa78bb3a6d9424e12bbe12.jpg-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2b68ed01acfa78bb3a6d9424e12bbe12.jpg-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2b68ed01acfa78bb3a6d9424e12bbe12.jpg-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2b68ed01acfa78bb3a6d9424e12bbe12.jpg-930x620.webp 930w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-848eeec e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"848eeec\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-00c5d0c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"00c5d0c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-167f64c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"167f64c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a74720 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6a74720\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Things to do in Lisbon<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f469449 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f469449\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8dd8112 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8dd8112\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4de6f20 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4de6f20\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5047bc8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5047bc8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"><b data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Sights &amp; Landmarks<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"4\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfdf\ufe0f Benfica Stadium (Est\u00e1dio da Luz)<\/b> The home of Matt\u2019s favorite football team and where Catherine saw the Eras Tour. This stadium holds special love in both of their hearts. Tours are available to see the storied history of the team.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"5\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udff0 Castelo de S\u00e3o Jorge<\/b> A historic castle overlooking the city. (Listed twice in your notes\u2014definitely a must-see!)<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"6\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udd4d S\u00e9 de Lisboa<\/b> The oldest church in the city, an iconic cathedral with fortress-like features.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"7\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udccd Pra\u00e7a do Com\u00e9rcio<\/b> The city&#8217;s magnificent main square facing the Tagus River.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"8\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfd7\ufe0f Elevador de Santa Justa<\/b> A 19th-century lift that offers unique views over the downtown district.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"9\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfa8 MAAT Museum<\/b> The Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology\u2014a modern architectural gem on the waterfront.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"10\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\ude82 Tram 28<\/b> Probably the most recognizable symbol of Lisbon. This vintage trolley car is worth the ride, even if just for the photos.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfd7\ufe0f LX Factory<\/b> A creative hub filled with shops, cafes, and street art in an industrial setting.<\/p><hr \/><h3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Districts &amp; Views<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"14\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfd8\ufe0f Alfama District<\/b> The oldest and most traditional neighborhood in Lisbon, perfect for getting lost in narrow streets.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"15\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf05 Miradouro das Portas do Sol<\/b> A popular viewpoint offering sweeping views of the Alfama rooftops and the river.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"16\"><b data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\uddbc\ufe0f Miradouro de Santa Luzia<\/b> A picture-perfect observation deck covered in beautiful <i data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"85\">azulejos<\/i> (tiles).<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"17\"><b data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf33 Jardim Fialho de Almeida<\/b> A pleasant garden space to relax in the city.<\/p><hr \/><h3 data-path-to-node=\"19\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Bel\u00e9m &amp; Day Trips<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"20\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u26f5 Bel\u00e9m Tower &amp; Monastery<\/b> The birthplace of the famous <i data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"55\">Past\u00e9is de Bel\u00e9m<\/i>. Worth a try for the novelty (though Catherine was unimpressed!). Don&#8217;t miss the impressive <b data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"164\">Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery<\/b> nearby.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"21\"><b data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udff0 Day Trips: Sintra &amp; Cascais<\/b> Explore the magical palaces of Sintra, including the colorful <b data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"93\">Pena Palace<\/b> and the <b data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"113\">Bussaco Palace<\/b> (Note: Bussaco is further north, but often listed as a grand palace trip).<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ffd2b71 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ffd2b71\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ba80b7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6ba80b7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-path-to-node=\"23\"><b data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Culture &amp; Shopping<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"24\"><b data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udecd\ufe0f Avenida da Liberdade<\/b> A wide, elegant avenue full of high-end shops and luxury boutiques.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"25\"><b data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfb6 Indaneite e uma chanca<\/b> A perfect part of the city to listen to Fado music, an authentic part of Portuguese culture.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"26\"><b data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udcda Bookshops: Salted Books or Good Company Books<\/b> Because no sightseeing list is complete without some bookshops!<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"27\"><b data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udc43 Next Memory Atelier<\/b> A perfume shop where you get to create your own signature scent.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"28\"><b data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83d\udc8d Sentido da Cor<\/b> A cute little jewelry shop where everything is made of stainless steel and is super affordable.<\/p><hr data-path-to-node=\"29\" \/><h3 data-path-to-node=\"30\"><b data-path-to-node=\"30\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Food &amp; Drink<\/b><\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"31\"><b data-path-to-node=\"31\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Local Favorites<\/b><\/p><ul data-path-to-node=\"32\"><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Ponto Final:<\/b> Iconic dining by the water.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Green Street:<\/b> A trendy street filled with cafes and restaurants.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">O Velho Eurico:<\/b> A popular spot for traditional food.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Solar 31:<\/b> Known for excellent seafood.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Cantinho da Amizade:<\/b> A friendly local spot.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-path-to-node=\"33\"><b data-path-to-node=\"33\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u2615 Zara Caf\u00e9<\/b> The only Zara in the world with a cafe! Worth a visit to get some shopping done and eat some treats.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"34\"><b data-path-to-node=\"34\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udfad Pal\u00e1cio do Grilo<\/b> A unique dinner theater experience set inside a palace!<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"35\"><b data-path-to-node=\"35\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf77 Bars &amp; Rooftops<\/b><\/p><ul data-path-to-node=\"36\"><li><p data-path-to-node=\"36,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"36,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Magnolia Wine Bar:<\/b> A cozy spot for wine lovers.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"36,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"36,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Ruby Rosa:<\/b> A beautiful rooftop bar with views of the city.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-path-to-node=\"37\"><b data-path-to-node=\"37\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83c\udf57 Guarda Mar<\/b> &#8220;Ring a doorbell for chicken!&#8221; (A fun, hidden gem experience).<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"38\"><b data-path-to-node=\"38\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\ud83e\ude9e Comadre<\/b> A secret restaurant hidden behind a mirror\u2014a truly magical dining atmosphere.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Things to do in Porto Architecture \ud83d\udccd Monastery da Serra do Pilar An architectural landmark that glows with golden lights at night. The Miradouro da Serra do Pilar on the grounds is a fantastic spot to watch the sunset! \u26ea Igreja de S\u00e3o Francisco This church is decorated with more than 200kg of gold and&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/explore-north\/\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Explore North<\/span><\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-templates\/template-pagebuilder-full-width.php","meta":{"pagelayer_contact_templates":[],"_pagelayer_content":"","neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"on","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-201","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/201","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=201"}],"version-history":[{"count":33,"href":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/201\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":488,"href":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/201\/revisions\/488"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/catherineandmatthew.getmarried.pt\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=201"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}