During the Age of Discovery, early 15th century to early 17th century, the Portuguese were maritime giants. The vessels they used during…
Category: History
Algarve museums
When we think of a museum, many of us envisage a large old building, a musty smell and uninviting exhibits. …
Medieval Silves
Silves council was resolute that 2021 would not pass without a medieval event of some description being held. Visitors have…
Sagres, end of the world?
With much to see, fabulous restaurants to suit any budget and the lighthouse at Cape St Vincent not 5kms away, Sagres…
Portimão’s museum of influence
This year sees the publication of the first edition of Revisiting Museums of Influence by British publisher Routledge. Included in the 50…
Fado – the soul of Portuguese music
The melodic, often mournful, music of fado is instantly recognisable. Full of sentiment and longing, the words convey everyday life…
Unusual chapels
To many, the fact that there are places where human bones are used to “decorate” the walls makes them feel…
Building bridges
The world’s longest pedestrian bridge is opening this month in Arouca, about an hour’s drive from Porto, and it is…
Pilgrims in Portugal
Fátima is located around 130kms north of Lisbon, just 60kms east of Nazaré where the biggest wave surfed was recorded…
Ferragudo – celebrating 500 years of living from the sea
There has been much speculation on how the name Ferragudo came about. Was it taken from the name of a…