Vila Nova de Tazem Folk Ranch

Category: Culture and Entertainment > Community Centre

District: Guarda > Gouveia > Vila Nova de Tazem

Location

Vila Nova de Tazem is a locality integrated into the municipality of Gouveia, in the Serra da Estrela region. It is situated in an area that maintains its connection to rural landscapes and local traditions, offering a tranquil and genuine environment, characteristic of the interior of Portugal. The presence of the Folk Dance Group contributes to the cultural identity of this community, playing a significant role in the life of the village.

Guardian of Cultural Heritage

The Folk Dance Group of Vila Nova de Tazem is an institution deeply rooted in the life of the locality, dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of the region's ethnographic heritage. Through its performances, with traditional dances and songs, this group brings to the present the memories and customs of past generations, keeping alive the authentic cultural expression of the local people. It is an ambassador of Vila Nova de Tazem's identity and its historical legacy.

Ethnographic Museum

Complementing its performance activities, the Folk Dance Group of Vila Nova de Tazem houses an ethnographic museum, a space of great value for understanding the daily life and traditions of the community. In this museum, visitors can closely observe a diversity of objects that reflect the local way of life. On display are traditional costumes that once dressed the inhabitants, traditional musical instruments that enlivened festivities, and a vast collection of agricultural tools and domestic utensils. Pieces related to wine production are highlighted, underscoring the importance of agriculture and wine in the region's history.

Festive Dynamism

Annually, the Folk Dance Group of Vila Nova de Tazem plays a central role in organizing a folklore festival that attracts groups from various origins. This event highlights the locality's cultural dynamism by bringing together on the same stage the richness of Portuguese folklore traditions and, occasionally, also from other countries. It is an opportunity to experience the joy and energy of the dances and songs that represent the roots of communities, celebrating the diversity and continuity of popular traditions.

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