Discover the Despensas de Rabo de Peixe: Azores’ Hidden Dance Tradition on São Miguel Island!

Описание: Get ready to dive into the Despensas de Rabo de Peixe, one of the most unique traditions in the Azores, right here on São Miguel Island! In this video, we’re taking you to Rabo de Peixe, a charming fishing village just 10 minutes from Ribeira Grande, to uncover a cultural gem you won’t find anywhere else. What are the Despensas? They’re lively traditional dance groups that light up this Azorean village year-round, with roots so deep they’re shrouded in mystery. But the real magic happens during the Holy Spirit festival on São Miguel Island—stick around to see why!

Imagine this: 15 to 20 men in tight-knit crews, rocking the streets with trincadeiras (Azorean castanets), singing catchy folk songs, and jamming to accordions, guitars, and violins. It’s a full-on Azorean culture explosion! These dancers split into two epic teams: Despensas da Terra (Land Despensas), celebrating the island’s farming heritage, and Despensas do Mar (Sea Despensas), honoring Rabo de Peixe’s fishing legacy. Whether it’s land or sea, these guys bring the energy—think Azorean traditions meets pure party vibes.

In this travel vlog, we’ll show you the Holy Spirit festival up close: the street prep with flowers and feasts, the heart-pumping dances spilling from homes to cobblestone lanes, and even that one special moment when women join the men in a whirlwind of rhythm. Rabo de Peixe isn’t just a dot on the São Miguel map—it’s a hidden treasure of Azorean heritage, far from the usual tourist traps like Ponta Delgada or Sete Cidades. Only 45 minutes from Furnas’ hot springs and a stone’s throw from Ribeira Grande, it’s the perfect day trip for your Azores travel guide.

Why watch? This isn’t just a video—it’s your front-row seat to Azorean folk music, traditional dance, and the soul of São Miguel Island. From the raw, unpolished energy of the Despensas to the stunning scenery of this tiny-but-mighty island, you’ll feel the pulse of Rabo de Peixe like never before. Visiting the Azores this year? Add this to your itinerary!

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