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Ginjinha
Filipe da Silva Coelho

Ginjinha

Ginjinha, also known simply as Ginja, is a Portuguese liquer made from sour cherries. This traditional drink is deeply rooted in Portuguese culture, particularly in the regions of Lisbon, Alcobaça, and Óbidos, where its history dates back to the 19th century. The municipality of Óbidos has a unique microclimate, allowing the region to grow the […]

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Filipe da Silva Coelho

Ginjinha

Ginjinha, also known simply as Ginja, is a Portuguese liquer made from sour cherries. This traditional drink is deeply rooted in Portuguese culture, particularly in the regions of Lisbon, Alcobaça, and Óbidos, where its history dates back to the 19th century. The municipality of Óbidos has a unique microclimate, allowing the region to grow the […]

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Serralves em Festa
Filipe da Silva Coelho

Serralves em Festa

“Serralves em Festa” is an extraordinary annual cultural event held at the Fundação de Serralves (Serralves Foundation) in Porto. Recognized as one of Europe’s largest contemporary arts festivals, it transforms the Serralves grounds into a vibrant hub of artistic expression for 50 continuous hours, typically over a weekend in late May or early June. The […]

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Filipe da Silva Coelho

Serralves em Festa

“Serralves em Festa” is an extraordinary annual cultural event held at the Fundação de Serralves (Serralves Foundation) in Porto. Recognized as one of Europe’s largest contemporary arts festivals, it transforms the Serralves grounds into a vibrant hub of artistic expression for 50 continuous hours, typically over a weekend in late May or early June. The […]

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National Day of Historical Centers
Filipe da Silva Coelho

National Day of Historical Centers

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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Filipe da Silva Coelho

National Day of Historical Centers

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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“A Revolução dos Cravos” – The 1974 Revolution in Portugal
Filipe da Silva Coelho

“A Revolução dos Cravos” – The 1974 Revolution in Portugal

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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Filipe da Silva Coelho

“A Revolução dos Cravos” – The 1974 Revolution in Portugal

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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Dias da Dança – DDD2024
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Dias da Dança – DDD2024

Dias da Dança, often abbreviated as DDD, is a contemporary dance festival held in Porto, Matosinhos and Gaia. It’s an annual event that celebrates dance in its various forms, showcasing both national and international talent. The festival typically features a diverse program of performances, including dance shows, workshops, masterclasses, and discussions. One of the highlights […]

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Editorial board

Dias da Dança – DDD2024

Dias da Dança, often abbreviated as DDD, is a contemporary dance festival held in Porto, Matosinhos and Gaia. It’s an annual event that celebrates dance in its various forms, showcasing both national and international talent. The festival typically features a diverse program of performances, including dance shows, workshops, masterclasses, and discussions. One of the highlights […]

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Luís Vaz de Camões
Filipe da Silva Coelho

Luís Vaz de Camões

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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Filipe da Silva Coelho

Luís Vaz de Camões

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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José “Zeca” Afonso
Filipe da Silva Coelho

José “Zeca” Afonso

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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Filipe da Silva Coelho

José “Zeca” Afonso

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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