In August 2020, shortly after the first lockdown, my wife and I embarked on a guided tour of Portugal.
This beautiful country, once a favorite among tourists with 27 million visitors in the summer of 2019, had seen a significant decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

During that long summer, the only travelers exploring its stunning landscapes were the Portuguese themselves—many returning from abroad—along with a few groups of primeiros corajosos.
This project captures the essence of Portugal during a unique moment in time, highlighting the resilience and spirit of its people amidst the challenges of the pandemic.

Cameras used: Ricoh GR II, Panasonic Lumix FZ2500.

"New old world" - Sight over Parque das Nações, Lisboa
Graffiti in Evora
Tourist Bus in Porto
Woman waiting in Evora
Girl in Albufeira
Debora in Lisboa
Musician walking in Obidos
Batalha Monastery
Cabo de Sao Vicente
Sisters walking in Lisboa
Passersby walking in Porto
Couple walking in Lisboa
People in the Porto train station
Fado singer Lina in Lisboa