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Tavira's origins date back to the late Bronze Age (1.000-800 BC). |
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In the 8th century BC it became one of the first Phoenician settlements in the Iberian West.
The Phoenicians created a colonial urban center here with massive walls, at least two temples,
two harbours and a regular urban structure.
Phoenician Tavira existed until the end of 6th Century BC, when it was destroyed by conflict.
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Like most of the Algarve its buildings were all virtually destroyed by the earthquake of 1755.
The town has since been rebuilt with many fine 18th Century fine buildings along with its 37 churches A Roman bridge links the two parts of the town across the River Gilão.
Its original economic reliance on the fishing industry has now been surpassed due to the change in the migration patterns of the tuna fish.
The population is in the region of 20,000 inhabitants supporting a military base whilst the surrounding area is still very rural and undeveloped.
This is now changing due to the demands of the tourist industry and opening of golf courses in the near vicinity.
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