Cascais is situated on Portugal's west coast at the point where the Tagus River, or Rio Tejo in Portuguese, meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Cascais' beaches enchant both tourists and locals alike, but the resort also offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy its historic old town, daily fish auction and energetic nightlife.
The World Travel Guide suggests that the ideal time to visit Cascais is between May and September. Rainfall is low during these months, and with the exception of July and August, the warm temperatures are comfortable.
According to Portugal Info, several European leaders sought refuge in Cascais during World War II. The Duke of Windsor, Prince Juan of Spain and King Umberto of Italy are among the town's famous exiles.
Some historians and many of the residents of Cascais believe that the town's own Afonso Sanches discovered America in 1482. Legend has it that Christopher Columbus stole Sanches' secret and used the information to make his own discovery 10 years later.
