HIDDEN in near the Serra da Estrela mountains of central Portugal is a gorgeous little town that is untouched by tourism.
The beautiful spot is located in the district of Castelo Branco in the sunshine country of Portugal.
It is covered in gorgeous beaches, so relaxing in the sun will not be a problem.
Belmonte is known for its Jewish community, dating back to the 13th century and is covered in history.
To take in all the history, visitors can head to the Belmonte Jewish Museum which opened in 2005.
Throughout the area, you can see a range of megalithic sites dating back 6,000 years.
You can also find stunning archaeological findings throughout the lands.
It is perfect for art enthusiasts, as it was the birthplace of poet Fray Luis de Leon.
The town also has an impressive 15th-century fortress.
And the old town is even classed as a Property of Cultural Interest.
While walking through the town, you can enjoy noble buildings and monuments with loads of heritage and culture.
The castle, which shelters Dona Juana la Beltraneja, might look familiar, as it’s where a number of movies have been shot.
Located on a hillside, the exterior complex is secured with a Gothic gate, and connects to the city walls which run through the town.
Inside, you can see the Mudéjar coffered ceilings, the plasterwork and the Gothic reliefs.
You can also enjoy the palace-alcázar of Don Juan Manuel.
The city walls, which date back to the 15th century used to have five access gateways.
Three of these remain: San Juan, Chinchilla and Puerta Nueva.
Visitors can also head to the Gothic church of San Bartolomé.
Its construction was led by some of the greatest artisans of that time, and it also has choir stalls from the Cuenca Cathedral.
The church also houses the font of Friar Luis de León.
The old Jesuit Monastery is another historic site, made up of Baroque construction from the 17th century.
Its cloister is part of Plaza Muñoz Grandes, and the rest of the building houses the Courts and the Post Office building.
The city has many different delicious dishes to try, and a pint costs just €2.50.
Temperatures remain in the teens throughout the winter, making it perfect for a warm getaway.
Ryanair offer direct flights to Porto Airport which take just under two and a half hours.
The flights start from €40.
