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Shopping in Portugal: Souvenirs Worth Taking Home
Portugal’s appeal is undeniable and it is, unsurprisingly, consistently rated as one of the best places in Europe to visit and live.
But what about when you can’t visit Portugal? We like to bring home thoughtful souvenirs from travel, usually food and other consumable products, along with art for our home. We always prefer to support the local businesses when we shop, and have found street markets and local shops are a good choice for souvenir shopping.
Here are our recommendations for shopping in Portugal, souvenirs worth bringing home with you.
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Read MoreShopping in Marseille: Souvenirs Worth Taking Home
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Read MoreDecorative Portuguese Azulejos Tiles: History & Culture Significance
Wander most any street in Portugal, and you’ll see azulejos tiles, those decorative blue tiles on buildings, churches, and homes. At first glance, they seem merely decorative, but a closer look reveals artistic storytelling — a majestic sailing ship navigating the seas, a biblical scene, a marketplace depicting every day life.
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