Category Archives: Monchique

Naked Algarve

Yet until the 7th of September you can see the photo exhibition of a collective group of photographers from the Czech Republic  in the Gallery Santo Antonio in Monchique. Gallery hours: Monday to Friday 11h00 - 18h00

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Sifucel, second Company who want to explore Picota

SIFUCEL-Silica, S. A. is the second company after Felmica who wanted to acquire a license for exploration of  feldspar at  Picota – Monchique. We have to make every effort to avoid the licensing of any mining activities in Monchique. Below you will find a link to download a letter which must be sent as registered  to … Continue reading

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Gaiteiros de Lisboa live in Monchique

The Gaiteiros de Lisboa (Lisbon Backpipers) discribe themselves as an folk-traditional-world band of multi-talented musicians.Lots of percussion, bagpipes, metals, tambors and much more, have a look here to all the Instruments they are using. They are playing on the 24 of … Continue reading

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Anti Bullfight Protest in Monchique

On Sunday 12th September at the manifestation against the first Bullfight in  Monchique, the support was way under what was expected, 20 people showed up   50% Portuguese and 50% foreigners , but long time residents of Monchique. Even thought the … Continue reading

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Ham fair in Monchique

Coming weekend, on 11. and 12. September  the annual Ham fair will take place in the Serra de Monchique, famous for its products made of pig meat. There are also sausages, sweets, handicrafts and a lot of music. Saturday September … Continue reading

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