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Our Lady of Nazaré Day: Fafá de Belém helps build a bridge of faith between Brazil and Portugal

📍 Leiria🎭 Culture#entertainment+1 more

The Brazilian singer Fafá de Belém participates in the celebrations of Our Lady of Nazaré, strengthening the cultural and religious ties between the two countries.

SIC Notícias13 Sept

Turismo Centro de Portugal says goodbye to summer in Nazaré with new campaigns and experiences

📍 Leiria🧭 Travel🏖️ Daily Life#tourism+1 more

The Central Portugal Tourism board concludes the summer season in Nazaré by launching new promotional campaigns and tourist experiences.

SAPOSAPO11 Sept
Turismo Centro de Portugal says goodbye to summer in Nazaré with new campaigns and experiences

With Fafá de Belém, Brazilians celebrate Our Lady of Nazareth in Portugal

📍 Leiria🎭 Culture#festivals+2 more

Brazilians celebrate the day of Our Lady of Nazareth (8/09) with a concert by Fafá de Belém. The singer kicked off the 'Encontro das Nazarés' in the fishing village, an event that connects Brazil and Portugal through faith.

publico.pt10 Sept

Woman found dead inside car in Nazaré. PJ investigating

📍 Leiria⚖️ Legal#crime-report+1 more

Forensic procedures are underway at the scene to determine the circumstances of the death

cnnportugal.iol.pt8 Sept
Woman found dead inside car in Nazaré. PJ investigating

Portugal to have new sister-city relationship with a USA

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🎭 Culture#tourism+1 more
The Portugal News6 Sept

Fafá de Belém creates the 'Encontro das Nazarés', a bridge of faith between Brazil and Portugal

📍 Leiria🎭 Culture#entertainment+1 more

Brazilian singer Fafá de Belém is bringing the 'Encontro das Nazarés' project to the Portuguese town of Nazaré, strengthening the cultural and religious ties between Belém do Pará and Nazaré, Portugal, through their shared devotion to Our Lady of Nazaré. The event, which has been held in Brazil for 15 years, will now take place in both cities annually, featuring free concerts and celebrating the strength of women and faith.

dnbrasil.dn.ptdnbrasil.dn.pt5 Sept
Fafá de Belém creates the 'Encontro das Nazarés', a bridge of faith between Brazil and Portugal

“Those who know me from the 'Diretas Já!' campaign know how I vote,” says Fafá de Belém

📍 Leiria🎭 Culture#entertainment+1 more

In September, Fafá de Belém, who turned 70 and is celebrating 50 years of her career, will participate in the celebration of Our Lady of Nazareth in Portugal. Speaking to PÚBLICO Brasil, she also discusses politics and ageism.

publico.pt30 Aug

Clip of Portugal's giant waves misrepresented as Indonesia tsunami

📍 Leiria🧭 Travel🎭 Culture#tourism+1 more
AFP Fact CheckAFP Fact Check28 Aug

Clip of Portugal's giant waves misrepresented as Indonesia tsunami

📍 Leiria🧭 Travel🎭 Culture#tourism+2 more
Yahoo News UKYahoo News UK28 Aug

Tiree surfer prepares to take on world's biggest waves in Nazaré, Portugal

📍 Leiria🧭 Travel🏖️ Daily Life#tourism+1 more
Yahoo News UKYahoo News UK27 Aug

Swimming ban lifted at Nazaré beach

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🩺 Health#beach+2 more

The local authority has guaranteed that there is no cause for concern for bathers. The Mayor suspects an error occurred during the water collection or analysis process.

observador.pt21 Aug
Swimming ban lifted at Nazaré beach

Nazaré beach reopens to swimmers

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🧭 Travel#beaches+1 more

The swimming ban at Nazaré beach has been lifted after fresh water tests showed no cause for concern, just hours after the popular seaside resort was temporarily closed to bathers The post Nazaré beach reopens to swimmers appeared first on Portugal Resident.

portugalresident.com21 Aug
Nazaré beach reopens to swimmers

Swimming ban lifted at Nazaré beach

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🧭 Travel#beaches+1 more

Swimming had been prohibited since mid-morning this Friday.

cmjornal.pt21 Aug
Swimming ban lifted at Nazaré beach

Analyses lead to swimming ban at Nazaré beach

📍 Leiria🩺 Health🏖️ Daily Life#public-safety+1 more

Taking into account the high microbiological levels recorded, the municipality in the Leiria district decided to temporarily ban swimming at the beach as a “preventive public health measure.”

observador.pt21 Aug
Analyses lead to swimming ban at Nazaré beach

Swimming is prohibited in Nazaré

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🌱 Environment#water-quality+2 more

Decision made following water quality analysis

cnnportugal.iol.pt21 Aug
Swimming is prohibited in Nazaré

Water quality tests lead to swimming ban at Nazaré beach

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🩺 Health#beach-safety+2 more

The municipality in the Leiria district appeals to all residents and visitors to respect the ban and the existing signage.

cmjornal.pt21 Aug
Water quality tests lead to swimming ban at Nazaré beach

Nazaré: Government wants dredging in addition to investment in the port

📍 Leiria🚇 Infrastructure🏛️ Government#economic-activity+1 more

During a visit to the fishing port, the minister highlighted the investments made in the requalification of the fish auction house and the shipyard piers. He also advocated for the reduction of bureaucracy in the fishing sector.

observador.pt19 Aug
Nazaré: Government wants dredging in addition to investment in the port

Nazaré is the second most picturesque town in Portugal

📍 Leiria🧭 Travel🏖️ Daily Life#tourism+1 more
Jornal das CaldasJornal das Caldas18 Aug

Facing Nazaré beach, an old holiday chalet is reborn as a boutique hotel

📍 Leiria🧭 Travel🏖️ Daily Life#tourism

With an unobstructed view of the beach, the Alluz Nazaré – Boutique Chalet By The Sea breathes new life into an iconic building from the 1950s. At the top of this boutique hotel, the panoramic restaurant-bar stands out.

expresso.pt13 Aug
Facing Nazaré beach, an old holiday chalet is reborn as a boutique hotel

Nazaré launches Álvaro Laborinho Photography Biennial

📍 Leiria🎭 Culture#photography+1 more

Applications open until August 21. Exhibition at the Nazaré Cultural Centre from October to November, with three acquisition prizes of up to 2,500 euros.

observador.pt3 Aug
Nazaré launches Álvaro Laborinho Photography Biennial

Faísca and Daniel Fernandes honoured in Nazaré

📍 Leiria🎭 Culture#entertainment+1 more

Faísca and Daniel Fernandes received awards during an event in Nazaré.

Liga PortugalLiga Portugal26 Jul
Faísca and Daniel Fernandes honoured in Nazaré

Flooding and decisions in Nazaré: the best images from the second day

📍 Leiria🌱 Environment🧭 Travel#severe-weather+1 more

A summary of the key moments and visual highlights from the second day of events in Nazaré, featuring both the high tides and the critical decision-making process.

Liga PortugalLiga Portugal25 Jul

Possible Great White Shark Glides Into Nazaré Lineup, Stuns Portugal’s Big-Wave Hotspot (Video)

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🧭 Travel#tourism+2 more
YardbarkerYardbarker25 Jul
Possible Great White Shark Glides Into Nazaré Lineup, Stuns Portugal’s Big-Wave Hotspot (Video)

Possible Great White Shark Glides Into Nazaré Lineup, Stuns Portugal’s Big-Wave Hotspot (Video)

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🧭 Travel#tourism+1 more
YahooYahoo25 Jul

Stars shine in Nazaré: the best images from the first day

📍 Leiria⚽ Sports🧭 Travel#surfing+1 more

A collection of the best photographs capturing the action from the opening day of the surfing event in Nazaré.

Liga PortugalLiga Portugal24 Jul

Large shark spotted off Nazaré

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life#tourism+1 more

A large shark measuring an estimated three to four metres was spotted off the coast of Nazaré on Thursday morning, with the marine tourism operator who encountered the animal saying The post Large shark spotted off Nazaré appeared first on Portugal Resident.

portugalresident.com24 Jul
Large shark spotted off Nazaré

Large shark sighted off Nazaré during marine observation tour in Portugal

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🧭 Travel#marine-life+2 more

Home News Large shark sighted off Nazaré during marine observation tour in Portugal Large shark sighted off Nazaré during marine observation tour in Portugal A shark estimated to be between three and four metres long was spotted on the morning of Thursday, 23 July, about two nautical miles offsho

The Portugal News24 Jul
Large shark sighted off Nazaré during marine observation tour in Portugal

Digital couch. Artificial Intelligence has reached the most intimate side

📍 Leiria💡 Technology🩺 Health#artificial-intelligence+2 more

Every day around the world, millions of people turn to Artificial Intelligence to solve problems, find paths, and even to vent or manage anxiety.

rtp.pt23 Jul
Digital couch. Artificial Intelligence has reached the most intimate side

Marine biologist says animal sighted near boat off the coast of Nazaré could be a great white or basking shark

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life#public-safety

João Correia, a marine biologist, was unable to determine the shark's species, but told CMTV that it could pose a danger if it were a great white shark.

cmjornal.pt23 Jul
Marine biologist says animal sighted near boat off the coast of Nazaré could be a great white or basking shark

Shark sighted near vessel off the coast of Nazaré

📍 Leiria🏖️ Daily Life🌱 Environment#public-safety+1 more

The Nazaré Port Captaincy confirmed the report to Correio da Manhã this Thursday, but was unable to determine the shark's species. The maritime authority reinforced the warning to avoid any interaction if the animal is encountered.

cmjornal.pt23 Jul
Shark sighted near vessel off the coast of Nazaré