Best Fado Tours in Lisbon

Fado: The Soul of Portuguese Music

Fado is a traditional genre of Portuguese music known for its expressive and melancholic character. Typically performed with a singer accompanied by the Portuguese guitar, fado conveys deep emotions such as longing, sorrow, and nostalgia, often reflecting themes of love, fate, and the sea. Originating in Lisbon in the early 19th century, it has become an iconic symbol of Portuguese culture and identity, recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.