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Albufeira is a city in the very south of Portugal in the historical region of the Algarve. It is the main resort in the Faro District and boasts great beaches, a picturesque old town and a bustling atmosphere. Albufeira is once a quiet fishing village that still retains its traditional character and cute provincial charm. Its heart is a labyrinth of steep, narrow streets lined with whitewashed houses and fishermen's houses that lead to a magnificent beach.
Presumably, Albufeira was founded in the prehistoric era as a fishing village. Later the settlement was occupied by the Romans and named Baltum. The modern name of the city comes from the Arabic word "Al-buhera", which means "sea castle". The Arabs built powerful defensive structures here, making the area virtually impregnable. This allowed them to preserve these lands for the longest time.
Albufeira was only liberated from Moorish influence in 1249. In 1504, the city became part of the Portuguese kingdom. In 1755, a strong earthquake caused a surge that practically destroyed the city. Until the early 20th century, Albufeira was a small fishing village. The city began to develop as a tourist center in the 1960s.