With the Italian merchant Giovan Francesco Affaitati — who came from Cremona to Portugal at the end of the 15th century and established strong ties with Carvalhal in Bombarral, where he founded the morgadio of Quinta dos Loridos — as its central figure, a cultural programme has been developed comprising three events taking place between May and September 2025. The initiative aims to attract cultural tourism while also broadening access to culture, encouraging local participation, and promoting social inclusion.

May 24
14º Cycle of Lectures «Luso-Italian and Opening of the Estórias no Carvalhal

July 5
Giovan Francesco Affaitati e o seu tempo: história e sociedade

September 20
Quintas e famílias ilustres no Carvalhal

Program (.pdf)

Organising Committee

Nunziatella Alessandrini (CHAM)

Organization