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Why Portugal Is The Atlantic's Greatest Little Slice Of Heaven

Beaches win. Everytime.
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Men's Lifestyle Editor, The Huffington Post

With its rich history and delicious cuisine, there's a lot to love about Portugal.

But we're feeling some serious wanderlust thanks to its 750 miles of stunning coastline and Mediterranean climate -- a combo that makes a case for being some of the best beaches in all of Europe.

From the Algarve (with a coast that includes more than 150 beaches and a six-room, 17th century convent renovated into a hotel) to Lisbon, the country's capital city and cultural epicenter, there's more than enough eye candy to absorb.

If you can't jet out for a holiday right now, take it all in with the pictures below.

Ponte De Piedade
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Lisbon
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Magoito Beach
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Praia Sao Raphael
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Lagos
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Albufeira
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Porto Santo Beach
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Vilamoura
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Praia De Luz
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Careanos Beach, Portimão
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