Guarda is a city of the Center region of Portugal located 1,000 meters above the level of the sea near the Mountains of Estrela 40km far away from the border with Spain. The main economic activities of Guarda are tourism, textile industries, glass, granite, marble and wood processing, construction and logistics. As regarfs the historic heritage of the city, it is worth mentionning the Castle of Guarda, declared national monument, as well as the Cathedral.
Guarda (Portugal)
The Rambler Project was created in 2001 in order to inform people about our traditions, promoting the latter’s conservation by encouraging cultural groups and citizens in general who share and exchange activities.
Guarda (Portugal)
Through guided visits in the city, with the particularity of being dramatized by local actors, the City Council of Guarda promotes the knowledge of the city’s history and surroundings.
Guarda (Portugal)
The initiative, proposed by an association of young entrepreneurs in Guarda, addresses the lack of spaces to showcase artistic abilities without bureaucratic procedures. The Young Creators Fair is held in a public garden and features art such as crafts, painting, and sculpture.
Guarda (Portugal)
The project promotes walking as a healthy and accessible activity to combat cardiovascular diseases and improve general health, overcoming barriers such as lack of time, fatigue and displeasure.
Guarda (Portugal)
Childhood obesity in Portugal reaches 30%, being a public health challenge. The “Eating Curves” program of the Guarda City Council seeks to preserve health and promote healthy lifestyles in schools.
Guarda (Portugal)
Guarda promotes “Food Week” to raise awareness about healthy habits and physical activity, helping to prevent obesity and improve quality of life.
Guarda (Portugal)
The Guarda City Council promotes healthy lifestyles with the “Sports Days” project, offering physical activities in the Urban Park and allowing local promoters to show their sports benefits.
Guarda (Portugal)
The veterans’ soccer tournament in Guarda promotes respect and “fair play” among players over 40 years of age, strengthening friendships and sportsmanship in a competitive environment.