Portugal, Oporto: Historic Port wine ships "Barcos Rabelos" on river Douro


The "Barcos Rabelos" were used in the 19th century to transport the port in barrels from Oporto to England. Nowadays they are only more a touristic attraction and part of Oportos typical scenery.


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Location: Oporto, Portugal
Photo credit: © Cro Magnon / Alamy / Afripics
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