Ponte de Lima is so proud of its history, traditions, gastronomy and landscape that has never wanted to become a city.
A few weeks ago, I revisited it. Once again, I loved strolling throughout its streets, walking along its bridge that was built by the Romans who inhabited the region many centuries ago.
The Past becomes Present at every corner, while the Future is hidden somewhere...
You usually need to be both famous and dead in order to be immortalised in metal or stone but not in this region. If you come to Ponte de Lima you will find this metal cast of traditional dancers and musicians just on one of the river banks. This piece of art isn't of long forgotten dead folk: instead it celebrates a vibrant, living tradition.
Stone sculpture that honours the pilgrims who take the Portuguese Way of St. James. Ponte de Lima is a must stop.
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Lovely shots, Belita! I'd love to have that old stone cottage with the stucco roof and red doors. Looks like plenty of room for a garden in back.
ReplyDeleteHi Debby! In Portugal and particularly in that area, you see many cottages like that one. They are cute. Normally they have a garden, in some cases enough area to grow fruit trees and vegetables. Thanks for visiting and commenting. I really appreciate both.
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