Vila Nova de Foz Côa is a municipality located in the Upper Douro region, in the district of Guarda, where the Côa River meets the Douro River. This area is distinguished by its valuable cultural heritage and the natural beauty of its landscapes.
The central point of cultural interest in this territory is the Côa Valley Archaeological Park. This site, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, houses one of the most important collections of outdoor Paleolithic rock art in the world. Thousands of engravings are scattered across the rocks, bearing witness to human presence and artistic expression in remote times, allowing for a profound connection to humanity's most distant past.
Beyond its archaeological legacy, the landscape of Vila Nova de Foz Côa is dominated by a succession of hills and valleys. Here, *vine terraces* mark the hillsides, producing excellent wines, and olive and almond trees punctuate the scenery. In spring, the almond blossoms transform the region into a spectacle of white and pink hues, while in autumn, the vineyards display a palette of warm colors.
The municipality offers an atmosphere of serenity, inviting contemplation of nature and the discovery of traces of an ancient history that is revealed in every corner of the territory.
Authentic flavors that tell the story of our land
This dish is a pillar of local gastronomy, traditionally prepared during festive seasons or celebrations. The kid goat is slow-roasted in the oven, seasoned with olive oil, garlic, and aromatic herbs, often using regional wine in its preparation. It is served with baked rice, which absorbs the juices from the meat, resulting in a combination of robust and authentic flavors that evoke rural life and the pastoral traditions of the municipality.
A reinterpretation of the traditional cod dish, where the fish, previously boiled or roasted, is gratinated in the oven with a crust of crumbled corn cornbread, garlic, and abundant regional olive oil. The combination of the crispy texture of the cornbread with the succulence of the cod and the fruity flavor of the local olive oil creates a comforting and highly appreciated dish, linking the tradition of cod consumption to the cereal and olive oil production of the territory.
The richness of the almond and fig orchards in the municipality inspires a wide range of traditional sweets. These sweets, ranging from simple dried figs stuffed with almonds to cakes and cookies made with these dried fruits, are a testament to the abundance and quality of local products. They reflect the creativity and ingenuity of past generations in transforming local resources into delicacies that endure in gustatory memory.
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