Discover the Fishing Heritage Behind Armação de Pêra: A Hidden Gem of the Algarve
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Discover the Fishing Heritage Behind Armação de Pêra: A Hidden Gem of the Algarve

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Summary:

  • Armação de Pêra is a village with a rich fishing heritage.

  • Its name derives from a tuna fishing trap used centuries ago.

  • The village has become a popular tourist destination while maintaining its fishing roots.

  • It features one of the few beaches in the Algarve where fishing boats still dock.

Armação de Pêra

Armação de Pêra, a picturesque village in the Algarve, has deep roots in fishing, which is reflected in its name. The term "Armação" refers to a tuna fishing trap that was used centuries ago in this region.

Situated near the village of Pêra, the area became known as Armação de Pêra due to its historical fishing practices. While it has evolved into a popular tourist destination, it has retained its ancestral connection to fishing.

Interestingly, it is one of the few beaches in the Algarve where fishermen still dock their boats, making the sandy shores their home.

Photo and text by José Carlos Eusébio

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