People & Tradition

Eduardo Souto de Moura, a prominent Portuguese architect born in Porto in 1952, has made significant contributions to architecture, drawing from diverse influences including Álvaro Siza Vieira, Mies van der Rohe, and minimalist art. Awarded the Pritzker Prize in 2011, his work is celebrated globally for its innovative approach, reflected in landmark projects like the Municipal Stadium in Braga and the Burgo Building in Porto.

Álvaro Siza Vieira, a celebrated Portuguese architect, has made a significant impact on both national and international architecture with his avant-garde designs. His notable works, such as the Casa de Chá da Boa Nova, the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Porto, and the Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art, have earned him prestigious awards, including the Pritzker Prize and the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale. Siza Vieira's architectural legacy continues to inspire new generations of architects worldwide.

Almeida Garrett, born in Porto in 1799, was a pivotal figure in 19th-century Portuguese literature and politics. Renowned for his works "Frei Luís de Sousa" and "Viagens na Minha Terra," he played a crucial role in the Liberal Revolution and the development of Portuguese theater and dramatic arts.

Nicolau Nasoni’s visionary contributions to Porto’s architecture endure to this day Niccolò Nasoni, better known in Portugal as Nicolau Nasoni, was born in San Giovanni Valdarno, in the Italian Grand Duchy of Tuscany, in what is known today as the region of Florence, on June 2, 1691. As the son of Giuseppe Francesco Nasoni…

Portugal is a country filled with traditions, some of which remain virtually unchanged throughout the years. Thanks to its strong Catholic roots, it’s not surprising that many religious celebrations take place every year from the north to the south of Portugal. Among these celebrations is Easter, a time when devout Catholics all over the world…

Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso, born in Amarante, in the town of Manhufe, in November 1887, is today recognized as one of the most prominent avant-garde artists of the early 20th century. His legacy is intertwined with movements such as Cubism, Futurism, and Expressionism, reaching, at many points, and in a sustained way, a level that is…

Photo Credit: Casa Ferreirinha Portugal today is associated with many key elements, but one of them is undoubtedly the work and legacy that we have left, and continue to give, in the field of high-quality wine. If this is about our famous wines, like the worldwide Port wine, then one figure who is absolutely incomparable,…

Christmas is surely one of the most eagerly awaited times of the year, due to its typical dishes and festive traditions, some of which are centuries old. When it comes to traditional Christmas food, Portugal celebrates it with a gastronomic tradition of authentic flavors. The combination of savory dishes with a variety of delicious sweet…

“Fado” is a word that derives from the Latin “fatum,” which means destiny. However, the origin of this distinctive musical style, highly cherished in Portugal, remains unknown. It is widely accepted that it emerged spontaneously in Lisbon during the 19th century as an expression among the most underprivileged classes in an urban setting. Maria Severa…