Introduction If the last time we talked about Algarve, the extreme South of Portugal, this week we will go to the opposite direction, to Viana do Castelo. Viana is mainly an industrial city but…
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COIMBRA: THE CHARMING ANCIENT CAPITAL
What about a trip to Coimbra? Spending time in Lisbon and looking for a cultural trip? Well, in that case you must visit the former capital of Portugal: Coimbra. This fascinating city is only…
Fado, the sound of Portugal
Famous Portuguese Fado singers Fado is recognized since 2011 by UNESCO as intangible heritage of humanity. It is a symbol of Portugal. Since centuries the amazing voices of Fado singers and their melodies…
Santo António’s Traditions
The Brides of Santo António and other customs related to marriage June is the month of the transition from spring to summer. It is the symbol of love, fertility and marriage. All of this,…
Azulejos: umas mais antigas tradições de Portugal
Walking through Lisbon it is impossible not to notice them: azulejos. The tiles adorn countless houses all over the city of Lisbon but also in other parts of Portugal. The tradition of the azulejos…
The Tale of Pedro and Inês
In Portugal we like love stories and macabre tales. When you like these two, you can’t quite beat the tale of Pedro and Inês (Peter and Agnes, in English). A true story that took…
Discover Sintra, one of the best areas in Portugal
Sintra is known as an enchanting Portuguese spot full of marvellous palaces, a ruinous castle, and other elegant residences. Enrich your stay in Lisbon by visiting this magic place
Popular Traditions of Santo António
In June, the month of the Festas dos Santos Populares (Feast Days of the Popular Saints), the Lisbon nights are marvelous with lively festivities that take place in the city centre.
Port Wine History
Anyone drinks Port wine today, can feel the strong connection of this wine with Portuguese Culture and History.
Brief history of the “Vinho do Porto”
The “Vinho do Porto” is the famous Portuguese fortified wine exclusively produced in the Douro Valley, in the northern Portugal. Its origins date back approximately to the half of the XVII century, and cause…
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