The historical part of Taipa is best preserved in this village in the south of the island. With a tidy sprawl of traditional Chinese shops and some excellent restaurants, the village is punctuated by grand colonial villas, churches and ancient temples. Avenida da Praia, a tree-lined esplanade with wrought-iron benches, is perfect for a leisurely stroll.

You can rent bicycles in Taipa Village fromAluguer de Bicicletas; there’s no English sign but it’s next to the Don Quixote restaurant.