Torres Novas is a landlocked Portuguese town of about 37,200 inhabitants, presumably to be first established as a military settlement during Roman times--although it is possible that native Celtic people had lived in the area before the arrival of the Romans. The Christian Portuguese monarchy took the town by force from the Moors during the 12th century. Since then, the town and its economy have steadily grown, and, by the 19th century, Torres Novas had expanded beyond its original walls. Despite its thoroughly modern character, the town has not forgotten its medieval roots. Pottery and other traditional crafts are still practiced here and in the surrounding villages.

Points of interest in Torres Novas include the Castle of Torres Novas, rebuilt several times during its nearly 1,000-year history, as well as the Torres Novas Ethnographic Museum. About 2 kilometers away from the city are the Caves of Lapas, an intricate and fascinating maze of underground caverns that is invariably worth visiting. To find the best deals on Torres Novas hotels, take advantage of the Internet. EasyToBook.com makes it simple to find hotels in Torres Novas, especially if you're looking for cheap or discount hotels.