Located in the Algarve's barrocal, the municipality of Silves offers an immersive journey through the region's history and natural beauty. Distinguished by its heritage, it was once a prosperous capital of Moorish Algarve, and today it preserves an atmosphere of tranquility and authenticity.
Silves' landscape is dominated by vast orange groves, whose aromas and colors extend across the hills, especially during harvest season. The Arade River, which meanders through the municipality, adds an element of serenity to the scenery, inviting moments of calm observation.
The imposing Castle of Silves, built on the highest point of the city, is a majestic testament to its glorious past. Its reddish walls, built with taipa (rammed earth), tell centuries of stories and offer panoramic views of the city, the river, and the surrounding landscape. Near the castle, the Silves Cathedral is another point of great interest, showing the transition from the old mosque to a Christian temple.
Strolling through the streets of Silves is to discover a calmer pace of life, where tradition merges with the natural landscape. It is a place that invites exploration on foot, appreciation of the architecture, and contemplation of its unique environment, far from the coastal hustle and bustle, but with easy access to its wonders.
Authentic flavors that tell the story of our land
This is a hearty and traditional dish from the Algarve hinterland. Made with tender lamb meat, potatoes, and toasted bread, it is flavored with garlic, coriander, and bay leaf, resulting in a rich and flavorful stew that reflects the region's pastoral tradition and the use of local ingredients.
A dish with deep roots in Portuguese cuisine, Chicken Cabidela is prepared with deboned chicken and its blood, which gives it a dark color and a characteristic flavor. Cooked with rice, vinegar, and spices, it is a comforting dish that highlights the wisdom in the full utilization of food, typical of rural kitchens.
The orange, an emblematic product of Silves, is the star of various regional sweets. From tarts, cakes, jams, or candied oranges, these sweets take advantage of the sweetness and citrus aroma of oranges grown in the vast orchards of the municipality. They reflect the abundance of this fruit and local creativity in confectionery.
One of the most celebrated sweets of the Algarve, Almond Morgado is a true work of art of conventual confectionery. Made from ground almonds, eggs, and sugar, often decorated with candied fruits or floral motifs, this sweet reflects the richness of the region's almond orchards and its long tradition in fine confectionery.
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