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Chambliss takes the lead in Russia, Kazan
Pilots got their first taste of racing in Russia on the 22-23 July. Kirby Chambliss became champion in Kazan, known as the "Sports Capital of Russia". Next race is in Porto.
Classical and vintage motorcycles parade through Porto Sunday
The 8th edition of this two-wheeled classic vehicles takes over town Sunday, parading through Porto's streets, from Aliados to the river shore.
Folk groups from eight different nationalities enliven the city
Starting 23 July, Sunday next, Porto plays host to the International Folk festival. About 250 participants from eight different nationalities will enliven the city. Numerous arenas through town will feature musical groups from Brazil, Cyprus, and Hungary and also from Poland, India, Czech Republic and Panama.
Pinning Porto and the Northern Region on the world Map of Talent
The Talent Map of Porto and North Region of Portugal shows the size of the regional talent pools in the following key areas: diversification of the economy towards digital transformation, human capital and skills, vocational and university training designed at the level of Porto macro-region.
Creative community in the city of Porto
Ténis do Parque de Serralves hosts CLAB - Creative Lab, an annual event devoted to innovation, knowledge, art and creative industries. Entrance is free but prior registration is required.
Sting's must-do trip to Porto Atlantic Front
Sting arrived in Portugal, Porto to perform on stage at Festival Marés Vivas, in Vila Nova de Gaia. His only demand: arrive in Porto a day earlier to know the city.
New Navy ship docks at Cais da Estiva
During the weekend, the newest coastal patrol vessel will dock at Cais da Estiva, in Ribeira. The vessel, named "Douro" is open for visitors this Sunday, 16 July. This new ship will operate in the autonomous region of Madeira to engage in search and rescue duty at sea, as stated by the Navy. Its first mission is scheduled for 19 July.
Geocaching with "Love Love... Porto"
In the latter half of August, 11 to 13, hundreds of geocachers will discover the city whilst looking for small treasures. The event, named "Love Love... Porto", comprises several parallel activities and is free of charge but registration is required.
All the information you need with "Appy Tourist in your pocket"
Tourists and visitors can be better informed and guarantee consumers suitable protection of their rights as of today, 12 July. DECO, Portuguese Association for Consumer Protection, has released an app for providing useful information and receiving complaints from tourists in Porto. This app was developed by the University of Porto.
Travel+Leisure spotlights Porto as one of the top 15 European Cities for 2017
The magazine that specializes in leisure travel and destination guides, Travel+Leisure, spotlighted the city of Porto in "The Top 15 Cities in Europe" list. Porto is described as a city in a country with "European metropolitan greatness".