The Metrobus project (also called BRT, Bus Rapid Transit) comes from the perspective of improving the quality of life and social cohesion and increasing the supply of public transport in the western part of the city of Porto. A project that also has an environmental motivation and which presents a mobility solution that guarantees frequencies […]
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With a length of more than three kilometres, the extension of the Yellow Line (D) to Vila d’Este (Gaia)is underway. It concludes the construction of a 420 meter viaduct between Santo Ovídio and Manuel Leão (underground station), a one kilometre tunnel to the Santos Silva Hospital station and to Material and Workshop Park (PMO). With […]
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National Day of Historical Centres, or “Dia Nacional dos Centros Históricos” is an event celebrated in Portugal that aims to promote and celebrate the cultural heritage and historical significance of the country’s historical centres. This celebration also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and safeguarding historical centres against modernization, urban development, and […]
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The Livro de Reclamações (Complaints Book) is a legal instrument in Portugal that aims to protect consumers’ rights and regulate consumer complaints. It serves as a formal channel for consumers to submit complaints against goods or services provided by businesses. Businesses that provide goods or services directly to consumers are required by law to have […]
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The Carnation Revolution, known as the Revolução dos Cravos, was a “peaceful” coup d’état (it is true that the damage and victims were “minor”, but there were casualties during the process) that took place in Portugal on April 25, 1974. It marked the end of over four decades of authoritarian rule under the Estado Novo […]
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In the annals of literary history, few figures stand as boldly as Luís Vaz de Camões, the Portuguese poet whose life was as epic as his verses. Born around 1524, Camões embarked on a journey that saw him cross not only geographical landscapes but also the intricate terrain of love, adventure, and literary brilliance. Before […]
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The Francesinha (meaning “little French woman”) is a culinary icon that has become synonymous with the city of Porto. Originating in the late 1950s, this hearty sandwich is a testament to the fusion of flavours and cultures that define Portuguese cuisine. Legend has it that the Francesinha was inspired by the French “croque-monsieur”, but it […]
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The inhabitants of Porto are called “Portuenses” (Relative or belonging to the Portuguese city of Porto, in the district of the same name. Natural or inhabitant of Porto), nevertheless, they are mostly known as “tripeiros,” which translates to “tripe eaters” in English. This nickname has its origins in the city’s history during the Age of […]
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Zeca Afonso, artistic name of José Manuel Cerqueira Afonso dos Santos, was a Portuguese singer, composer and poet, born on August 2, 1929 in Aveiro, Portugal. He is one of the most iconic figures in Portuguese music, especially known for his role in the fight against the dictatorial regime of the Estado Novo and for […]
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