May Issue: Tavira: An Ancient Town With A Modern Calling

 

Portugal Letter
 

May  2022

Dear Portugal Reader,

In the southeastern corner of Portugal, where the Atlantic meets the shore, the ancient town of Tavira has found a modern vocation. Set on a sun-blessed coast of islands and lagoons, Tavira is proving a magnet for people in search of a new life.

I singled it out as my home after walking the whole length of the country, and many other foreigners have succumbed to its charm and put down roots here.

Tavira is a river town, just a short ferry ride from the sea. It’s not too big—the population of the municipality is about 28,000—so within minutes of driving out of town, you pass through orange groves and up into gentle rolling hills.

The winters in the eastern Algarve are mild and spring comes early. The almond trees blossom in January, and the first broad beans reach the table in February.

In town, the dominant colors tend to be the blue of the sky, the white walls of so many buildings, and the red of the tiled roofs. Tavira is gloriously walkable, with narrow cobbled streets, plenty of cafés, and restaurants with outdoor tables.

Continue reading on page 10 of this month’s issue

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  • Coming Next Month: Lisbon—Life In Portugal’s Capital City…

And much more…

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Sincerely,

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Harry Kalashian
Publisher, Portugal Letter

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