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Vila Nova De Milfontes is a parish in the Odemira municipality of Portugal. It is cornered between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mira River. The river dates from the year 1668, founded by the King Joao II. The first inhabitants of Vila Nova De Milfontes were prisoners sentenced by minor crimes and fifty years after the village establishment, the population was reduced to no more than 10 families. Vila Nova De Milfontes was frequently attacked by pirates and in 1602, a fortress was built here. This small village of Vila Nova De Milfontes has great demand during holidays due to its fine beaches and clear water and natural beauty.

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Vila Nova De Milfontes Beaches. The main attraction of Vila Nova De Milfontes are the fine beaches with clear water and natural beauty. Moreover, the surrounding area offers ecological tourism, paragliding training, a small safarai park, and beautiful hideouts with small waterfalls. Some of the most famous beaches in Vila Nova De Milfontes are Malhao, Praia da Franquia, Furnas, Aivados, Foz and Riberia da Azenhna.

Saint Clement's Castle in Vila Nova De Milfontes. The monument which is referred lovingly by the locals as the Castle, is more of a fortified house perched overlooking the harbour. It was constructed during the reign of Filipe in the 17th century to guard the estuary from pirate attacks. Recently, the castle has surrendered to both ivy. However, it is still a beautiful place that must not be missed.

The Light House in Vila Nova De Milfontes is another landmark of the are. The light house perches high up on the cliffs above the mouth of Rio Miro Estuary and the Atlantic Ocean. To one direction, the massive Atlantic rolling waves crash against the rocky outcrops and on the other side, there is the calm water of the estuary.

Church of Nossa Senhora da Graca is located in the centre of Vila Nova De Milfontes, at the end of the main shopping road. The church dates back to the beginning of the 16th century, though little apart from the foundations remains of the original church. The church is a wonderful place in Vila Nova De Milfontes that must not be missed.