Sunday, August 28, 2011

Barcelos Portugal

Postcard
Barcelos is a city in Portugal. Probably the most famous symbol of Portugal, the colourful ceramic cockerel has its origins in the pretty town of Barcelos where, according to local legend, it is reputed to have saved the life of a traveler. The cross tells the story.

Stamp
It depicts the cacilheiro “Madragoa” (a ferry linking Lisbon to Cacilhas).











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