History and Culture
Chaque année, dans le village de Podence, au cœur de la région de Trás-os-Montes au Portugal, une tradition ancestrale prend vie lors du Carnaval : de jeunes hommes sont appelés à incarner les Caretos, personnages masqués aux costumes flamboyants, envahissent les rues, faisant résonner le bruit assourdissant de leurs clochettes.
Did you know that Portugal, with its rich natural and cultural heritage, is home to some of the most fascinating horse breeds in the world? Whether wild or domesticated, these horses embody raw beauty, endurance, and a deep connection to Portuguese traditions. Among them, the Garranos, Lusitanos, and Sorraias hold a special place.
In Portugal, Christmas traditions are deeply shaped by the rural life of the past and by the Christian religion. Although each region has its own particularities, certain customs unite the Portuguese around this special time of year that celebrates family, faith and local traditions.
Alentejo, a vast region located in the south of Portugal, is a true gem that is still little known to the general public. With its rolling landscapes, picturesque villages, rich history and delicious gastronomy, Alentejo embodies Portuguese authenticity in all its splendor. This region, often described as the quiet heart of Portugal, seduces with its peaceful pace of life and unique cultural heritage.
If you are planning a visit to Portugal during the month of June, you will have the chance to participate in one of the most festive and colorful events in Europe : the Popular Saints Festival or "Festas dos Santos Populares". These are very lively celebrations, where people invade the streets to eat, drink and have fun in the popular neighbourhoods decorated with multi-colored arches and balloons and pots of aromatic-smelling basil.