Things to do for Religion & Spirituality

Religion & Spirituality

Varanda de Nazaré

In 2026, the religious and artistic festival "Varanda de Nazaré" celebrates its 16th anniversary. Organised by popular Brazilian singer Fafá de Belém, this event became a milestone of the century-old Círio de Nazaré, held every year in October in Belém (...)

Religion & Spirituality

Círio de Nazaré in Belém do Pará

Held for over 200 years, the Círio is a magnificent display of faith and devotion to Our Lady of Nazaré that takes place in Belém do Pará, Brazil.  (...)

Religion & Spirituality

The cult of Our Lady of Nazaré

The devotion to Our Lady of Nazaré is one of the oldest Marian devotions in Portugal, with over 800 years of history and uninterrupted devotion. “Sítio” is the spiritual heart of the veneration of Our Lady of Nazaré. (...)

Religion & Spirituality

The Black Virgin of Nazaré

Despite some scepticism, the Lady of Nazaré forms part of the intriguing tradition of the ‘black virgins’ – depictions of the Virgin Mary with dark skin – which have appeared throughout Europe since the Middle Ages. The best-known Portuguese Black (...)

Monuments & Attractions

Church of Our Lady of Pópulo

Classified National Monument in 1910, the stunning Church of Our Lady of Pópulo is integrated within the thermal complex in Caldas da Rainha. Renewed in 2023, this church dates back to 1485.   (...)

Religion & Spirituality — Tour

Fátima Walking Routes

Fátima Walking Routes offer a true sense of spirituality, in connection with nature and religious and cultural experiences. Portuguese Vatican Cardinal Tolentino Mendonça beautifully describes the both physical and spiritual journey to Fátima: "pilgrims know that Fatima begins much earlier (...)

Cities & Villages

Reguengo do Fetal

Reguengo do Fetal is a magical village located near Batalha that hosts one of the most surprising religious feasts in the country. A place of devotion and inspiring natural settings.  (...)

Religion & Spirituality

A light that never goes out

The snail procession held every year in September in the tiny village Reguengo do Fetal, near Batalha, is a timeless tradition that has crossed the centuries and, certainly, one of the most eye-catching religious processions in Portugal. An incredible tapestry (...)

Religion & Spirituality

Easter traditions in Center of Portugal

Being Portugal a dominantly Catholic country, Easter time has a deep-rooted meaning with several celebrations taking place in all regions. Center of Portugal is no exception. From the coastline to the inland, namely in Ovar, Fundão and Idanha-a-Nova, locals live (...)

Religion & Spirituality

Christmas in Viseu

Viseu enchanting Christmas market offers warm drinks, regional products, workshops, and festive activities for all ages in a magical atmosphere! (...)

Religion & Spirituality

Christmas in Óbidos

From November 28th to January 4th 2026, Óbidos transforms into a magical Christmas town! With festive decor, Santa’s farm, an Ice Bar, a Christmas market, and a grand wheel for scenic views, it’s the perfect family holiday experience. (...)

Religion & Spirituality

Faith beads

The rosary business in Fátima goes back to the 20's of the 20th century. Although some part of this activity has preserved a handmade dimension, nowadays the most successful rosary-making company in Portugal, Farportugal sells mostly to the foreign markets (...)