A ÚLTIMA ARTESÃ: O Tesouro Escondido de Rosa Maria em Melgaço (Exclusivo)

In this exclusive video for Portugal and Traditions, we'll explore Artes-Centro de Artesanato, the ethnographic sanctuary of Melgaço. With over 40 years of total dedication to certified crafts, Rosa Maria opens the doors to her world and her life of cutting and sewing. Join us on this journey through the ethnography of Castro Laboreiro, where we explore: • The authentic Castro Laboreiro dolls, dressed with the rigor and tradition of centuries; • Traditional haute couture work, from bags and cloths to stunning wedding dresses; • The impressive personal collection of thimbles (which Rosa Maria wouldn't sell for anything!); • The moving wedding dress she made for her daughter, in the style of the 19th century; • An explanation of the attire of widows and widowed men in the region. In between, we also had time to talk about Castro Laboreiro customs and the mystique of the Galician Queimada. This is a living testament to someone who dedicates their life to preserving our identity and passing the baton through their workshops and their art. A must-have for anyone who loves Portuguese culture and traditions! Support this project: 👉Buymeacoffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/portugaldriv... 👉Patreon -   / portugaldrivehike   Social Media: 👉Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... 👉Instagram -   / portugaldrivehike   👉TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@portugaldrive... #melgaço #castrolaboreiro #crafts Location: Rosa Maria Art Center - https://maps.google.com/?q=42.1076179... Workshops - https://www.adere-pg.pt/pt/ Contact Rosa Maria - 933 207 901