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Matosinhos time compared to Beijing time (China) |
8 hours ahead |
Matosinhos, Portugal: Seaside Style and Seafood Capital
Matosinhos is an important seaside city in the Greater Porto metropolitan area in the north of Portugal, situated on the Atlantic coast and known for its 8 kilometers of golden coastline and rich seaside atmosphere. It is a famous fishing port in Portugal, where the daily fresh catches support a thriving seafood restaurant industry, especially the charcoal grilled sardines, which is a local culinary card that attracts numerous diners. The city's excellent beaches, such as Praia da Madalena, are popular destinations for surfing, sunbathing and beachcombing in the summer, while in the winter the rough waves are a training ground for surfers. Matosinhos combines the simplicity of a traditional fishing village with the energy of a modern city, and its proximity to Oporto makes it an ideal place to experience Portuguese seaside life, enjoying the tranquillity of an independent city while being conveniently integrated into the cultural and economic circle of Greater Oporto.
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Today is 2026-03-01
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