As Portugal celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution, let’s take a moment to remember one of its biggest heroes. Adapted from an article written by Lena Strang for Tomorrow Magazine.
Salgueiro Maia
Salgueiro Maia
À Descoberta de Sagres
Discovering Sagres
On the western tip of the Algarve, the village of Sagres attracts surfers, hikers, and beach-lovers alike. Correction: The 2 routes mentioned should be Via Algarviana (not Algarvia) and Rota Vicentina
Cava de Viriato
Viriato’s Pit
In the middle of the city of Viseu there is a structure that puzzles archaeologists to this day.
Burocracia em Portugal
Bureaucracy in Portugal
Navigating bureaucracy in Portugal can be quite the adventure.
O Aquecimento Global
Global Warming
Global warming presents pressing concerns for humanity.
Padrão dos Descobrimentos
The Monument of the Discoveries
Learn about the Padrão dos Descobrimentos monument in Lisbon.
Cais do Sodré
Cais do Sodré
Learn about the vibrant neighbourhood of Cais do Sodré, home of the famous “Pink Street”.
Estação de São Bento
São Bento Station
The São Bento train station is an important landmark in Porto.
Aprender uma Nova Língua
Learning a New Language
Learning a new language has its ups and downs.
A Revolução Liberal
The Liberal Revolution
Learn more about a turbulent period of Portugal’s history: the French invasions and the revolution that followed.
Os Orgãos e Partidos da Républica Portuguesa
The Institutions And Parties Of The Portuguese Republic
Learn more about the structure of Portugal’s government and the different political parties. *Quick lesson on the word ‘chato’: This word has a lighthearted connotation, similar to annoying/boring/pesky/unpleasant. If the grocery store doesn’t have your favourite brand of cereal, that’s ‘chato’, but a dictatorship is obviously much worse than ‘chato’. When we use this […]
António Costa
António Costa
Learn more about the life of António Costa, the prime minister of Portugal.
Vasco da Gama
Vasco Da Gama
Learn more about Vasco da Gama, a famous Portuguese explorer who sailed to India.
Gelados Santini
Santini Ice Creams
Have you been to Santini in Portugal? Learn more about the history of this famous ice cream shop!
O Dia de Portugal
Portugal Day
Happy Portugal Day!