Porto

The nickname tripeiros (tripe-eaters) originates from the 15th century, when better meat cuts were sent on naval expeditions, leaving tripe for the locals.

Porto is often referred to as Cidade das Pontes (City of the Bridges).

Porto was named European Best Destination in 2012, 2014, and 2017.

The first Portuguese moving pictures were taken in Porto and shown on 12 November 1896.

The oldest and largest international school in Porto is the Oporto British School, established in 1894.