Cascais is known as the Portuguese Riviera and is a town in the Lisbon district.
Early human occupation dates back to the Paleolithic period.
In the 12th century it was a small fishing village.
In 1364 it was elevated to town status by King Pedro I and in 1514 King Manuel I granted it a charter.
Over time it became one of Portugal’s top tourist destinations due to its beaches and heritage.
Boca do Inferno is one of its most iconic landmarks, known for its powerful winter waves.