Cancelos de Baixo
human settlement in Portugal
Cancelos de Baixo is a hamlet of Portugal, in the district of Guarda and the town of Mêda.
Agriculture
Agriculture is the principal activity in Cancelos de Baixo, including many vineyards. The area produces excellent wine, including varieties of Port (Oporto), as well as traditional red and white wines.
In addition, there are olive groves and several types of seasonal farming, such as corn and potatoes, as well as horticultural products (flowers, trees, etc.)
Historical Sites
Capela Santo António de Cancelos de Baixo
Fonte do Cancelos de Baixo
Principal streets
Rua Direita
EN 324
Trade
Trade does not play a significant role in the economy of Cancelos. There are only the following enterprises:
The coffee processing company Almeida, which also operates a grocery store.
The grocer, Francisco.
A factory which produces windows.
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