The Feiras Novas de Ponte de Lima are described through the memories and experiences of Fernanda Alves, 71 years old, and Rui Cerqueira, 59 years old, two inhabitants of Correlhã who grew up with a festival. Fernanda recalls how childhood promises about seeing the "fogo" (fireworks) were often broken, and she only started attending regularly after marrying. Rui, who used to walk with his mother along the Caminho do Topo to reach the festival as a child, now follows almost the entire program. Both emphasize that the party is made of people who return every year, being described as "the most democratic" and "where friends come," reinforcing community bonds and traditions that span generations.
Alto Minho12/09/26, 14:16