Regional Choral Groups of Alentejo

Alentejo is also known for its polyphonic singing groups.

The Regional Choral Groups of Alentejo is a popular form of expression. There are male groups, female groups and mixed groups. But most groups are predominantly constituted by men.

Some of the most popular Regional Choral Groups of Alentejo:

- Choral Group: "Os Cigarras" de Aljustrel;
- Choral Group: of Viana do Alentejo;
- Choral Group: Cantares de Portel;
- Choral Group: "Os Almocreves" de Amieira;
- Etc.

Source: http://musicatradicional.no.sapo.pt/baixo_alentejo.html

Source: http://www.cm-santiagocacem.pt/Atualidade/galeriamultimedia/Freguesia%20de%20Cercal%20do%20Alentejo/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=9

Apiculture in Alentejo

Beekeeping is one of the activities that can be found in the Alentejo region.  

The honey produced in the Alentejo is one of the best - their aroma, flavor and color varies according to the area of blooming, the weather and the type of production.

Honey can be used for various purposes: can be ingested in its pure state; used for making creams and cosmetics; therapeutic treatment; making soaps; beverage production; making sweets, desserts and cakes; etc.

 

Source: http://produtos-beleza.com/2012/01/27/mel-maos-suaves/

Source: http://www.dicasereceitas.com.br/receitas/mel-maravilha-da-natureza/

Alentejo - Starlight

The Alentejo is a privileged area for stargazing.

There is a project called 'Route Dark Sky', which organizes guided tours for stargazing. The municipalities of Alandroal, Reguengos de Monsaraz, Mourão, Barrancos, Portel e Moura are the regions most related to the project and where we can enjoy it. It is a unique experience, which gives us tranquility, peace of mind and relaxation.

Here we can feel the breeze of the night, the sounds of nature and contemplate a bright sky full of stars.

Source: http://www.descubraportugal.com.pt/edicoes/tdp/registo.asp?idcat=20&id=1553&tipo=a&o=t

Source: http://www.descubraportugal.com.pt/edicoes/tdp/registo.asp?idcat=20&id=1553&tipo=a&o=t

Winter in Alentejo

The Winter is very cold in Alentejo (but it never snows), however it's always nice to have a fireplace around:

Source: http://visao.sapo.pt/vinhos-do-alentejo-com-a-chancela-da-sogrape=f644077

Source: http://verdepontoazul.blogspot.pt/2011_02_01_archive.html

Autumn in Alentejo

Autumn in Alentejo is calm, quiet and has magnificent landscapes:

Source: http://olhares.sapo.pt/outono-alentejano-foto3266377.html

Source: http://janela48.blogspot.pt/2009/12/outono-no-alentejo.html

Spring in Alentejo

In Spring the fields of Alentejo are all covered in green and flowers. The climate is mild, pleasant... and great for countryside walks or picnics:

Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/visitalentejo/featured

 Source: http://guerrilha.blogsome.com/2005/05/08/alentejo/

Source: http://vernizrosa.blogs.sapo.pt/tag/alentejo

Summer in Alentejo

In Summer the Alentejo is drier and gold, but equally beautiful:

Field - Source: 

http://emjeitodeescritaportugal.wordpress.com/2011/10/10/alentejo-da-minhalma-de-rosario-palma/

Straw fodder - Source: http://olhares.sapo.pt/alentejo-no-verao-foto2054537.html

Flora of Alentejo

Some of the species that can be found in the Alentejo region:

Cistus flower - Source: 

http://olhares.uol.com.br/a-flora-alentejana-foto2690346.html

Rosemary / Rosmaninho - Source: 

http://www.jf-azinheiradosbarros.pt/GaleriaImagens/Paginas/GaleriaImagens.aspx?page=3

Margaça - Source: 

http://bassfoles.blogspot.pt/2011/07/flora-silvestre-do-alentejo_06.html

Olive trees - Source:
http://journeyintoelderhood.blogspot.pt/2012/11/combing-olive-trees-branch-by-branch.html

Olive tree - Source: http://www.cm-vidigueira.pt/descobrir/azeite

Vine / Vineyard - Source: http://www.sograpevinhos.eu/regioes/Alentejo/caracteristicas

Corktree - Source:

http://moescor.blogspot.pt/2011/12/o-sobreiro-arvore-nacional-de-portugal.html

Holmoak - Source: 

 http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?wp=GC2R233

 Alentejo, Spring - Source:
 http://ufoportugal.blogspot.pt/2010/09/objecto-voador-nao-identificado-ilha-da.html

Alentejo, Spring - Source: http://actividadesebsis.webuda.com/actividades/departamento_matematica_e_ciencias_experimentais/Alentejo_terra_bela/alentejo_index.htm

Alentejo, Spring - Source: 
 http://casa-das-primas.blogspot.pt/2008_04_01_archive.html

Alentejo, Spring - Source: http://www.dipity.com/tickr/Flickr_alentejo/

Fauna of Alentejo

Here are some of the species that can be found in the Alentejo region:

Pôpa - Source: http://alentejoterraegente.blogspot.pt/2012/04/flora-do-alentejo-popa.html

Horses - Source: http://alentejoterraegente.blogspot.pt/2012/04/flora-do-alentejpo-cavalo-lusitano.html

Boars - Source: http://biologiaegeologia520.blogspot.pt/2011/05/divulgacao-parque-biologico-da-serra-da.html

Foxes - Source: http://almariada.blogspot.pt/2010/02/raposas.html

Storks - Source: http://www.territoriosinfinitos.com/blog/cegonha-com-filhote/

Partridge - Source: http://www.lifecooler.com/edicoes/lifecoole/desenvRegArtigo.asp?reg=326937

Goldfinch/ Pintassilgo - Source: http://alentejoterraegente.blogspot.pt/2012/04/flora-do-alentejo-pintassilgo.html

Cows - Source: http://www.ocasiao.pt/animais-plantas-jardins/viana-do-alentejo-outros-animais-vacas-limousines-novas-in31392759

Pigs - Source: http://chilra.blogspot.pt/2012/01/matanca-do-porco-na-minha-terra.html

Mocho - Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/faisca/sets/72157600280854909/detail/

Rafeiro Alentejano - typical dog of Alentejo

'Rafeiro Alentejano', or 'Rafeiro do Alentejo', is a Dog Breed.

This beautiful dog is originally from Alentejo and is a typical watchdog, indicated for herding cattle. It is a territorial dog who likes a lot of space. It is suitable to live on farms and homesteads.

 

At home, with family and people he knows, is a very calm and sweet dog, especially with children. 

In adulthood this dog may reach the following size: females = 70cm;Males = 74cm.

Baby Rafeiro do Alentejo - Source: http://olhares.sapo.pt/rafeiro-alentejano-foto2437318.html

 Rafeiro do Alentejo in adulthood - Source: http://www.radiocampanario.com/r/index.php/regional/598-monforte-exposicao-mostra-os-melhores-exemplares-do-rafeiro-alentejano

Good Weekend Alentejo!!

Source: http://www.shutterstock.com/pic-3617699/stock-photo-alentejo-landscape.html

Sericaia - a Typical Dessert of Alentejo

Typical Dessert of Alentejo: Sericaia.
The main ingredients are: eggs, cinnamon, flour and milk.

Source: http://campenhe-culinaria.blogspot.pt/2007/11/sericaia.html

Évora District - Alentejo

Évora is one of the main cities of the Alentejo, and one of the most beautiful cities of Portugal. 

In Evora you can find: culture, monuments, architectural styles, history, museums and lots of entertainment.

In Evora you can visit:
- Cathedral, built in between 1186 and 1205;
- Roman Temple, also known as “Diana Temple", built somewhere in between the 1st and the 3rd century a.C;
- São Francisco Church;
- Bones Chapel, covered with human bones;
- Giraldo Square, with a fountain dating from 1571;
- Etc. 

Évora city is the capital of the district. The Évora district comprises several counties - all of them very beautiful, with specific characteristics, monuments, handicrafts, plains, peace of mind, beautiful landscapes, wonderful cuisine and wines. 

The Évora district is then divided in the following counties:

- Alandroal;
- Arraiolos;
- Borba;
- Estremoz;
- Évora;
- Montemor-o-Novo;
- Mora;
- Mourão;
- Portel;
- Redondo;
- Reguengos de Monsaraz; 
- Vendas Novas;
- Viana do Alentejo;
- Vila Viçosa.

 Giraldo Square, Évora - Source: http://www.portugaltours.com.pt/br/blog-viagens/20114/evora.aspx

Vila Viçosa - Source: http://forum.intonses.com.br/viewtopic.php?t=436&p=28548

Alandroal - Source: http://www.adefesa.org/noticia.php?codigo=2156 

Mourão - Source: http://www.igogo.pt/castelo-de-mourao/

Portugal classified as the best destination in the world for 2013

According to P3 Público, Globe Spots prepared a list of the top ten world destinations for 2013 and Portugal was placed first.

The international travel website classified Portugal as "classic trip with great views" and highlights: the medieval cities, squares, churches and monasteries.

You can take a look here: http://www.globespots.com/besttravel.php?year=2013

Source: http://noitesdownloads.blogspot.pt/2012/01/10-fortes-razoes-para-visitar-portugal.html

Mediterranean cuisine

The Mediterranean Cuisine is characteristic of the countries that surrounds the Mediterranean Sea. These countries have in common, the climate, the culture, the grown vegetables, herbs, spices, among many other things.

This type of feed is based on:
- The wheat and their derivatives (bread, pasta, cakes, etc.);
- Vegetables and fruits (citrus, olives, grapes, tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, potatoes, beans, etc.).
- Herbs (spearmint, parsley, coriander, oregano, pennyroyal, etc.);
- Olive oil;
- Sausages;
- Cheese;
- Soups and stews;
- Meat (rabbit, pork, lamb, etc.), fish (cod, sardines, etc.) and shellfish (shrimp, clams, etc.);
- Etc.

 Source: http://www.sulinformacao.pt/2012/10/%E2%80%9Cportugal-no-coracao%E2%80%9D-dedicado-a-candidatura-de-tavira-para-tornar-dieta-mediterrancia-patrimonio-da-humanidade/

 Source: http://almapaixonada.blogspot.pt/2011/02/as-sete-maravilhas-da-gastronomia.html

A typical dish of Alentejo - Gazpacho

A typical dish of Alentejo: Gazpacho.

This delicious dish is a soup traditionally served cold. The soup is made ​​from tomatoes, cucumber, garlic, pepper, olive oil and bread. It is usually accompanied with mackerel, or ham and bacon. And usually it's eaten in summer.

Source: http://mimos-da-nina.blogspot.pt/2012/10/gaspacho-alentejano.html

Source: http://www.portalalentejano.com/turismo-do-alentejo-promove-semana-gastronomica-do-gaspacho-e-da-tomatada/