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Don't just take a selfie on the boat. Ask the moliceiro captain about the paintings. They love to tell you the dirty jokes hidden in the art. And remember: Moliceiro drivers steer with their foot.
Enjoy your journey to the Venice of Portugal. You will leave with a camera full of colors and a suitcase full of soft eggs. Have you been to Aveiro, Portugal? Share your favorite restaurant or hidden gem in the comments below (or share this guide with someone planning a Portugal trip). aveiro portugal
If you are planning a trip to Northern Portugal, skipping Aveiro would be a culinary and cultural crime. This guide will take you through everything you need to know about —from its iconic gondolas to its famous soft eggs. The History: From Salt to Sand To understand Aveiro, you must understand its relationship with the sea. Historically, Aveiro was a major maritime hub during the Portuguese Age of Discovery. However, a fierce storm in 1575 closed the inlet to the Atlantic, turning the city into a stagnant lagoon. The water became swampy, disease spread, and the port city fell into a deep economic depression. For nearly 200 years, Aveiro was a ghost of its former self. Don't just take a selfie on the boat
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