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other Nature has bestowed a plenitude of natural attractions upon Portugal’s sunny Algarve region: sparkling
seas, a lengthy coast of golden sands, soaring ochre-colored cliffs, and imposing rock formations. But nes-
tled among these outstanding features, the secluded Benagil Sea Cave has somehow managed to remain off
most published travel lists of best-ofs and must-sees. The massive grotto, carved over time by the ocean,
can only be reached by water. To see it for yourself, head to Benagil Beach in the western Algarve, about 3 miles from the
coastal town of Carvoeiro. At the water’s edge you can buy a ticket for a boat tour.
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