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The parish has seven restaurants, serving typical traditional delicacies (such as cod) or other customary foods, such as
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378:) is the local sports association, supporting athletes in many different areas (such as Futsal, badminton, gymnastics and/or athletics). The Sports Club is located in the eastern part of the parish, along with the main athletic field and air conditioned sports pavilion.
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