The group operates under the umbrella of the Casa do Povo de Silvares , a community center that fosters local identity and provides a space for younger generations to learn traditional skills.
The is a traditional Portuguese cultural ensemble dedicated to preserving the ethnographic heritage of the Silvares region. Located in the municipality of Fafe , northern Portugal, the group serves as a living museum of local customs through music, dance, and traditional dress. Core Traditions and Heritage Grupo Folclórico Da Casa Do Povo De Silvares • ...
Traditional sounds are led by the concertina , bombo (large drum), and cavaquinho . The group operates under the umbrella of the
Members wear meticulously recreated costumes that represent different social classes and occupations from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, such as the Traje de Noiva (wedding dress), Traje de Trabalho (work clothes), and Traje Domingueiro (Sunday best). Key Activities Core Traditions and Heritage Traditional sounds are led
They are frequent participants in regional religious festivals (romarias) and folklore festivals across Portugal and Europe.