Myths and legends

For this reason, on St. Gerard's Day, December 5, the altars in his chapel are decorated with fruit instead of the traditional flowers.

The first is related to the appearance of a Cross and the second to the appearance of a Chalice.

According to legend, a very rich farmer called Longuinhos fell in love with a girl called Rosinha.

This expression has its origins in the Cathedral.

It has its roots in Campo das Hortas, where the city's sewage and wastewater used to flow.

This expression comes from the iconic Porta Nova Arch.