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"The Algarve Through the Lens of Asta and Luís de Almeida d’Eça" is a photography exhibition showcasing the artistic work produced by the husband-and-wife photography team between the 1960s and the 19
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"The Algarve Through the Lens of Asta and Luís de Almeida d’Eça" is a photography exhibition showcasing the artistic work produced by the husband-and-wife photography team between the 1960s and the 1980s, whose images helped shape the Algarve’s emerging identity as a tourist destination on the world stage. The exhibition features iconic photographs originally used in the region’s promotional campaigns, portraying landscapes, traditions, traditional occupations and local people. Together, these images capture not only the Algarve’s striking natural beauty but also the authenticity of its cultural heritage.
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