Afife, Village in Viana do Castelo district, Norte region, Portugal.
Afife occupies approximately 13.03 square kilometers of coastal terrain in northern Portugal, featuring sandy beaches protected by extensive dunes and agricultural lands that extend toward the Santa Luzia Mountains.
Archaeological evidence reveals human settlement in Afife dating back to the Neolithic period, with ancient castros, cromlechs, and Roman-era villas demonstrating continuous occupation throughout various historical periods.
The community celebrates traditional festivals dedicated to São João and Santo António during June, featuring regional gastronomy including Robalo com algas and local arroz doce prepared according to ancestral recipes.
Visitors can access Afife by driving approximately one hour from Porto Airport through mountainous landscapes, with free parking available near the beach and accommodation options in nearby Caminha.
The village houses remnants of the medieval Convento de São João de Cabanas, a 6th-century monastery that played a central role in local religious and cultural development throughout the centuries.
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