Monchique, Portugal

Monchique, Portugal

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Monchique Portugal

Monchique ([mõˈʃik(ɨ)] in Portuguese pronunciation) is a municipality located in the southern part of Portugal, specifically in the Faro District, which is a part of the province of Algarve. As of 2011, the population was 6,045, spread over an area of 395.30 square kilometers. The Municipality of Monchique is nestled in the Serra de Monchique and, along with the town of Monchique, is a popular tourist spot. Visitors are drawn to the historic town center, the panoramic views from the twin peaks of Foia and Picota, and the opportunities for hiking, bird watching, and biking. The region is also known for its hot sulfur springs, which are located 6 kilometers (or 4 miles) to the south in 'Caldas de Monchique' (Spring of Monchique), where there are baths and health spas. The area is rich in eucalyptus, cork oak, oranges, lemons, honey, olive oil, and chestnuts. Local artisans craft scissor chairs from chestnut wood, and the region is known for its black pork and black pork ham and sausages. Small industries cater to tourists, producing local artifacts that are sold in shops. The region also produces medronho, a local liquor distilled from medronho berries (also known as Arbutus or Strawberry Tree).
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