Portuguese culture

Fado is more than just music—it's the soulful heartbeat of Portugal, deeply ingrained in the country’s cultural identity. A live fado performance is an unforgettable experience, capturing the raw emotion and history of the country.

When is Valentine's Day in Portugal?

The history of Portugal has left many buildings and constructions that today delight those who visit this coastal paradise, not only in search of sun and sea.

Évora will be European Capital of Culture in 2027, along with Liepaja in Latvia, it was announced this Wednesday (7th December 2022) at a press conference in Lisbon at the Centro Cultural de Belém (CCB).

Autumn 2022 is just around the corner and this season is one of the best times to discover the history of Portugal.

What are the top reasons for a city to deserve a visit? Gastronomy, culture, history and landscapes are some of the key factors, according to Travel+Leisure magazine, which has drawn up a list of the 50 best holiday destinations for 2020.

Portugal is a great destination for foodies, especially seafood lovers.

For some it’s the moment they’ve waited for their whole life, for others an irrelevant hangover from a past age. Yes, we’re talking about marriage, an event in your life that can cost an arm and a leg… or not.

Coimbra is one of the most significant destinations in Portugal if you are looking for history and culture.

If you really want to embrace a true Portuguese lifestyle, your days must start with a trip to the nearest pastelaria.

We have the key to turn you into a true Lisboeta. You will mingle, speak and act like a true local, in your new life in Lisbon, so just pay attention to us. These are the 8 essentials you need to know: 1. Dinner isn’t served before 8 p.m. Between 8 p.m.

Starting a new life in a new country isn’t easy – learning a new language, customs and traditions can be difficult and we can all fall into faux pas, saying the wrong thing at the wrong time or place. Since Oporto is one of the top destinations in Portugal and the tripeiros (Oporto locals) are

A new year has started and we are here to make sure you have a full cultural agenda to get you going on the first few months of the year.

The Christmas season is upon us and if you are living or planning to live in Portugal you might as well start getting acquainted with all the traditions.