Arte Xávega is a traditional form of fishing that involves encircling and dragging the fish with a net. This fishing style is also simply called “Arte” (which translates to art) by fishermen from central Portugal while in the south it’s called Xávega. What is Arte Xávega? The Arte Xávega fishing technique involves launching a net …
Located on the Portuguese Silver Coast, 25 km south of Aveiro, Mira, and, more specifically, Praia de Mira, is one of the most popular holiday resorts in central/northern Portugal. The reasons are numerous: the beach, the freshwater lagoon, the dunes, the pine forests, the pedestrian and mountain biking routes, and the many campsites, as well …
Mira and Praia de Mira, in particular, are among the most popular destinations in central-north Portugal. Located in an area of pine forests, huge beaches, lots of water lines, and a freshwater lagoon. Mira is a destination within Portugal, one that’s very popular among locals, but completely forgotten by foreigners. Thus, it is not surprising …
Located only 30 km to the north of Lisbon, Mafra is strategically positioned to be either a perfect day trip from Lisbon or a nice stop on a Portuguese road trip itinerary. Mafra is mostly famous for its UNESCO heritage site, the royal buildings of Mafra, which includes the Palace, Basilica, and convent, Cerco gardens, …
Preguiça Trail – PR10 TRB is one of the most well-known and popular trails in Peneda Geres National Park, primarily because it passes through several interesting places, including Leonte and Laja waterfalls, Preguiça lookout, and Preguiça woods. Second, because it’s reasonably short and circular, it’s not too hard. Lastly, it’s close to Gerês village and …