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Explorial: A Historical Scavenger Hunt in Portugal

Feira do Livro de Lisboa: A Long-standing Tradition

Lisbon Under Stars

Festa dos Tabuleiros: Paper Flowers Everywhere

Santa Iria of Tomar

Viriato: Portugal’s Legendary Bad-Ass

What’s In a Name? Understanding the Art of Portuguese Names

Portuguese New Year’s Eve Traditions You Should Try

When the Unexpected Happens in Portugal: A Guide

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New post: Visiting Lisbon - Part 1. Learn all abou

New post: Visiting Lisbon - Part 1. Learn all about some of the cool places to see in Portugal’s capital, along with some pretty exciting history. Did you know that the entire field of seismology began because of events in Lisbon? Read all about it. Link in bio.

The town of Peniche, about an hour north of Lisbon

The town of Peniche, about an hour north of Lisbon, was an important naval base for the Portuguese empire and played a crucial role in the defense against pirates and foreign invasions. Today, Peniche is known for its historical sites, including the fort you can see here; its maritime history, and for being a popular destination for surfers and tourists. Enjoy these photos and videos of the stunning Peniche coast and the fort at night. 🌅🌙

Have you walked past the Marvel Art Wall in Lisbon

Have you walked past the Marvel Art Wall in Lisbon yet? Combining pop culture, comic book references with traditional Portuguese tiles (azulejos), this wall near Parque das Nações is a truly unique piece of art that is sure to be a massive hit with comic book fans. Tell me: did you spot your favorite character? 👀

Wishing you a very merry (and delicious) Christmas

Wishing you a very merry (and delicious) Christmas 🎄 Here is a stunning example of a traditional bolo-rei: a cake normally eaten at Christmas and the day of the kings. This one is adorned with traditional convent sweets (castanhas de ovos and fios de ovos). To learn more about it, check out my post on the blog.

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