Fado music breathes new life into Portuguese town

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  • 12 years ago
Mouraria is one of the oldest districts in the Portuguese capital of Lisbon and is a neighbourhood troubled by drugs and prostitution. But it is also home to traditional fado music, which is being used to create a new image and draw in visitors. Duration: 01:55

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