Museu do Fado

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Exterior view of the entrance of the Museum of Fado in Lisbon, Portugal.

Fado (traditional Portuguese melancholic song) was born in Alfama. Immerse yourself in its bittersweet symphonies at Museu do Fado. This engaging museum traces fado’s history from its working-class roots to international stardom.

The collection takes in discs, recordings, posters, a hall of fame and a recreated guitar workshop. Afterwards, pick up some fado of your own at the shop.

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