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Inside the Portuguese Parliament
The Parliament Building hasn’t always been used for lawmaking,.

Reflector #50: Lluis Llach – “Abril 74”
Lluis Llach has long been a reference among protest singer-songwriters in Catalonia, ever since the last years of General Franco’s regime, in the early ’70s, which he spent exiled in

Government backs down on Golden Visa rules | IMIDaily via The Portugal News
“The golden visa will still come to an end in Portugal but now applications will remain open until the new laws are finally promulgated, reversing the rule that had stated

Portugal’s Minimum Wage Covers 67% of Expenses — If You Have Free Housing
Can you live earning a Portuguese minimum salary here? Surely, many do? Surely?!

Reflector #49: Dizzy Gillespie – “Lisbon”
Dizzy Gillespie, the legendary jazz trumpetist with the puffy cheeks, scored his piece “Lisbon” in the album Winter In Lisbon as part of the original soundtrack of the film of

Sponsored: Top 5 Dog-Friendly Beaches Around Lisbon
Dogs are allowed on several beaches within a few minutes ride from Lisbon — and some of them rank as the most beautiful in Portugal.

Reflector #47: Heron Oblivion – “Faro”
Did this psychedelic rock group make it down to the Algarve? Unclear!

Slipping into the Surreal with Cork-based Musician Elaine Malone
Malone’s songs unfold and reveal themselves as cryptic confessionals of matters both personal and universal in equal measure. Expertly crafted songwriting finds life in Malone’s silken voice, a voice steeped in maturity and emotional depth, settling comfortably atop soft and subterranean instrumentation.

Lousã Schist Village: Something for Everyone
Stone pathways, inlaid fountains, a fanciful swimming spot, and a stunning castle are just a few treasures found in this ancient hidden village.

Madu Brings the Spirit of Brazil to Port to Port
On stage, Madu seems to become 10 feet tall; a charming and infectious giant of energy and vocal virtuosity. Her passion for music and her joy for sharing experiences through performance seem inexhaustible.

Reflector #46: Slim & The Beast – “Lisbon”
Endless summers, as exemplified by a song by the this Paris-based folk-rock band.

Reflector #45: John Stubblefield – “A Night In Lisbon”
The great saxophonist who played with Miles Davis and had a former U.S. president visit him on his deathbed clearly had a great night in Lisbon at some point.