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Monchique Portugal

Monchique (Portuguese pronunciation: [mõˈʃik(ɨ)]) is a municipality in the south of Portugal, in the district of Faro (province of Algarve). The population in 2011 was 6,045, in an area of 395.30 km2. The Municipality of Monchique is located in the Serra de Monchique and along with the town of Monchique, it is a tourist destination. Attractions include a historic town centre, views from the two peaks of Foia and Picota, hiking, bird watching and cycling. There are hot sulphur springs, with baths and health spas 6 kilometres (4 mi) south in 'Caldas de Monchique' (Spring of Monchique). Eucalyptus, cork oak, oranges, lemons, honey, olive oil, chestnuts, scissor chairs made from chestnut wood, black pork and black pork ham and sausages are the main products. There are several small industries producing tourist artefacts that are sold in local shops, and medronho, a local brew made from distilled medronho berries (Arbutus/Strawberry Tree), is produced.

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Faro (FAO)

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Monchique, Portugal

Monchique Portugal