Building bridges between Bristol and Oporto. Encouraging the whole community to embrace the culture, people and language of Porto and the Portuguese speaking world.

 

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Bristol and Oporto were "twinned" in 1984 and share many characteristics. They are of similar size both are Atlantic ports, significant centres of manufacture and regional capitals.

The BRISTOL OPORTO ASSOCIATION welcomes everyone interested in Oporto and the Portuguese people, language and culture world wide. Diário our newsletter, is full of information on things Portuguese and outlines a range of events in the Bristol area. These may include:

Portuguese film, theatre, art, jazz, folk music, fado, wine tastings, dinners,
  + outdoor events, celebrations of Dia de Portugal and São João,
  + welcome events for visiting groups from Oporto
  + and the not to be missed group visits to Oporto.

Magnificent Porto, the medieval town tiering down to the river Douro (Ribeira), spectacular overhead bridges, "barco rabellos" moored alongside the port wine lodges, fish restaurants, olives and almonds for sale, hints of Brazil and Mozambique.

Surrounding the historic old town is a large commercial city's excellent museums and centres of music and art. In west Porto is the Atlantic with lovely beaches and fine fish restaurants a plenty.

Also the association encourages projects initiated by school, youth and special interest groups. Grant aid may also be available through our sister organisation the BRISTOL OPORTO FOUNDATION. Registered UK Charity No. 1027186.