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The city of Porto boasts 2000 years of history. It is closely linked to the founding of the Portuguese nation and has even provided it with the origins of its name. Declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO, this destination well known for the natural and warm hospitality of the local people and its wonderful scenery, particularly along the course of the River Douro, where the grapes used for the famous Port wine are grown. This capital of the north (as it is often called) is the second largest city in a country which has offered the world a guarantee of quality in the major international events it has already hosted. In addition to being the European Capital of Culture in 2001, Porto was also one of the main host cities for the ?Euro 2004?.Located at the main entrance to the city (near the Arrabida bridge), the Hotel Ipanema Porto is surrounded by shopping, centers, cinemas, theatres and the ?Casa da Musica? (Music Hall) and is near the city?s main sports stadium (the ?Pavilhao Rosa Mota?). The historic area of the city, the Sao Bento railway station and the Port wine cellars are only a few minutes away.Accommodation consists of comfortable and practical rooms. The attention paid to detail even extends to the provision of a floor with rooms for women only. Non-smoking rooms and a room for disabled guests are also available. There are 150 rooms, including; a minibar, satellite TV, a telephone, hairdryer, air conditioning, coffee/tea making facilities and more!?Rio?s? Restaurant specializes in traditional local food, although it also offers international cuisine. It can cater for 100 people and has a large outside esplanade. Next to the lobby is the aptly-named ?Meeting Point? bar, where there is live music on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m.The hotel can offer several possibilities for conference and banqueting areas. It provides eight rooms varying in size, all equipped with a broadband wireless internet system and support technology. The hotel also offers the following facilities including; a tobacconist, private parking, laundry service, tourist information and excursions, an office center, and more!
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