History

Do the Portuguese celebrate Halloween?

Learn more about the Lusitano horse, a versatile breed that originated in Portugal.

The Portuguese Language Orthographic Agreement of 1990 (Acordo Ortográfico da Língua Portuguesa de 1990, a.k.a. the ) came into effect in May 2009. Its goal was to standardize the spelling of Portuguese across Portuguese-speaking countries, particularly Brazil and Portugal. However, its implementation was met with criticism and many practical challenges. First, let’s address a common […]

In the heart of Porto you’ll find the Capela das Almas, a historic chapel covered in thousands of blue and white tiles.

Learn more about gender equality in Portugal.

Did you know that Portugal is home to one of the world’s longest suspension bridges?

A special guest from our Practice Portuguese team, Joana, talks to Joel about her Alentejo culture and traditions. Discover essential vocabulary related to regional differences and expressions unique to the Alentejo region.

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.

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

In the middle of the city of Viseu there is a structure that puzzles archaeologists to this day.

Learn about the Padrão dos Descobrimentos monument in Lisbon.

The São Bento train station is an important landmark in Porto.

Learn more about a turbulent period of Portugal’s history: the French invasions and the revolution that followed.

Learn more about Vasco da Gama, a famous Portuguese explorer who sailed to India.

Happy Portugal Day!

Follow along for a quick lesson on the Treaty of Tordesillas.

Learn more about the history of the Castle of the Moors, located in Sintra.

Learn more about Óbidos, a picturesque village framed by a castle wall.

Welcome to Mouraria, one of Lisbon’s most authentically Portuguese neighbourhoods, known for its history and diversity.

One of our members is a permaculture designer and when he suggested we add more episodes about nature and sustainability, we thought it would be best to leave it to the experts! Follow along as Jason Gardiner ([email protected]) shares his thoughts on permaculture in his article that we have translated to Portuguese. Follow him on […]

Learn more about Portuguese influence in the Indian state of Goa. 🇮🇳

Learn about the São João festival in Porto! This famous festival has many unique traditions and symbols, from plastic hammers to the cascatas that are built and displayed along the streets. Cascatas means waterfalls or cascades, but here it refers to models of miniature villages, showing scenes from life long ago.

Learn more about the history of the caravel! Adapted and translated from an article by Lena Strang in Tomorrow Magazine.

Hear the disturbing story of Diogo Alves, known as the the Águas Livres Aqueduct killer.