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THE NABANTINOS

June 2013

Templar City – the city’s architecture

Churches and Chapels – historic religious buildings

Convent of Christ – the former Templar convent

The Nabantinos take their name from the ancient city of Nabantia, which once stood where present-day Tomar is located.

The photographs in this gallery portray people who live with pride. United—young and old—they celebrate their traditions openly, in the heart of the city’s historic centre.

The music you hear in the background is Fado (meaning destiny or fate), a Portuguese musical genre known for its mournful melodies and deeply emotional lyrics. Fado often speaks of everyday life—sometimes with resignation, sometimes with hope and quiet determination.

The voice you hear is Amália Rodrigues, whose singing deeply affected me.

In the first song, she expresses joy, celebrating the shared act of singing Fado. In the second, she questions whether work truly brings dignity, lamenting a world in which many are unable to work. The third is a sorrowful ballad about love and separation. In the final song, she offers a tender tribute to her lover.

Love, happiness, suffering, pride—these are the threads of everyday life. As you listen and explore the portraits in this gallery, take a moment to reflect: what do their expressions reveal? Can you sense their personalities?

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