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    Streets of Lagos
    Plaza of the Monument for fallen soldiersLagos MarinaLagos fish marketLagos fish marketPlaza of the Monument for fallen soldiers8Mosaic Streets of FaroChurch of Saint MariaStreets of FaroStreets of FaroChurch of Saint AnthonyChurch of Saint AnthonyExhibition showing tile works of FaroStreets of FaroPlaza of the Monument for fallen soldiersLocal dish of Monk Fish w/ Shrimp in Cataplana (bottom). Also pictured is octopus salad (top middle)

    Lagos, Portugal

    February 18, 2023 in Portugal ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C

    Today we took a day trip to Lagos near our new home base of Albufeira, in the South of Portugal. It's known for fish markets, mosaic streets and church or St. Anthony. Mainly just an opportunity to absorb more culture.

    Lagos used to be the first hub of African slave trade into Europe, which opened in 1444. Lagos is also known for having been largely destroyed by an Earthquake in 1755 and the ensuing Tsunami.    Read more