Latest news and stories about heritage in Portugal for expats and residents.
The watchmaker, part of the city's life since 1926, celebrates its centenary this year with an artistic intervention that literally unites the brand's past and future.
The accreditation “allows the Association to have a closer approach and willingness to collaborate from its interlocutors,” according to its president, Luís Marques.
A major fire nearly 50 years ago at the former Hotel Central revealed an inscription referring to the old Chapel of S. Domingos, which was rebuilt in the 18th century.
The 150-year-old tradition, inscribed in the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage and a UNESCO candidate, attracts thousands to Porto in August.
This discusses the collection work of 103 pillories in Beira Alta (districts of Viseu, Coimbra, and Guarda), based on the work of Mário Guedes Real in the magazine Beira Alta.
The structure shows clear signs of degradation inside. The Ministry intends to move forward with a plan that includes the restoration of the fortification and the definition of a management model for its operation.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) declared today the Portuguese colonial agricultural plantations on the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe as World Heritage.
Home News Portugal to enhance archaeological site in Aveiro district Portugal to enhance archaeological site in Aveiro district The public tender for the enhancement of the Monte de São Julião archaeological site in Albergaria-a-Velha was published in the Diário da República (Official Gazette), w
An opinion piece or commentary regarding the upcoming 900th anniversary of Portugal and the level of ambition required for the celebrations.
Refers to the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR) funding allocated for the Belém Tower.
Two religious buildings have been nominated as contenders for the Seven Wonders of Portugal competition.
An analysis of the sites that have or have not been granted World Heritage status since 1983.
The set of fortifications dates back to the reign of King Sancho II and is the largest in the world in the typology of terrestrial bulwark fortifications.
An analysis of the sites that have and have not been granted UNESCO World Heritage status since 1983.
In this episode, we explore how the Porto Slaughterhouse combines circular economy and heritage to preserve resources and transform urban memory into a new space for the city.
The Sagres Fortress has reached the regional final stage of the competition to elect the New 7 Wonders of Portugal.
The region of Madeira has selected its entries for the national competition to identify the seven wonders of Portugal.
A new portal is now available, allowing virtual visits to museums, monuments, palaces, and archaeological sites, as well as access to digitised cultural assets. Launched this Saturday, July 18, by the Ministry of Culture, the platform aims to make cultural heritage more accessible to researchers, students, and the general public. The site currently features 232 national treasures and 67 virtual tours across 90 heritage sites, including the Batalha Monastery and the Mafra National Palace. The project, funded by the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), consolidates previously scattered digital content into a single, user-friendly hub.
A celebratory expression of support for the city of Porto and the country of Portugal.
The architect of Porto, who was not from Porto, arrived in the city as a painter. And he changed it forever.
The registration of the Azorean Whaling Boat in the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage is currently under public consultation. Following this registration, there is an intention to apply for UNESCO heritage status.
The nomination aims to recognise and safeguard the knowledge and techniques associated with the handling and construction of the Azorean whaling boat in Lajes do Pico, a cultural hallmark of the Azores.
Classified as a Monument of Public Interest in 2011, the former home of the Duke of Lafões has operated in recent years as a restaurant, bar, and theatre. It is now undergoing renovations for the opening of a hotel.
Environmental and heritage associations and groups have asked the Sintra municipality to classify medium and large trees along the EN247. The City Council confirms that the analysis process has been initiated.
The municipality of Mafra continues to compete for a spot among the New 7 Wonders of Portugal.
The exhibition explores themes of national memory, identity, and cultural heritage in the context of the 24th of June, Portugal's Day.
The monasteries of Batalha and Alcobaça were not included in the final list of the New 7 Wonders of Portugal.
The “domus-forti”, from the 12th to the 16th century. The most striking examples: Lamas, Vilharigues, Alcofra, Lagariça, Lourosa, Cambra, and the one belonging to the Pachecos in Ferreira de Aves.
The Médio Tejo region has qualified three of its heritage sites for the regional final of the New 7 Wonders of Portugal competition.
The Central Region of Portugal has secured 14 entries in the final round of the 7 Wonders of Portugal competition.
