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Things to do in Melgaço, 2017

December 8, 2017

There are many fascinating things to do in Melgaço. Whatever be your interest, there is something for everyone. There are historical sites, cultural places and many local attractions in which captures your heart and mind. You can discover many new things and see unique locations in and around Melgaço. Melgaço is a beautiful medieval town, and it is filled with valleys and vineyards.

The following are some of the things you can do in Melgaço:

Take a walk in the medieval town:

When you enter the town one of the first things you will see is the Tower of Homage. The city has a beautiful view of the Minho valley and is also filled with vineyards, which surrounds Melgaço and the nearby Peneda Geres Park.

The Tower of Homage is a part of the castle which protected the town from Spaniards back in those days. The streets of the town are narrow, and most of the houses don’t have more than three floors. Don’t miss out to taste the wine from the green vineyards. You can also visit the Romanic churches in the town. You will also find a small museum of archaeology, where you can learn about the medieval past of the village.

Take a small dip in the thermal baths and hot springs:

Melgaço is quite popular for its hot springs and thermal baths. There is a beautiful resort outside the town named Termas de Melgaço, and it is located right in the middle of a nature park. People believe that these hot springs and thermal baths help with breathing and stomach problems. If you want to try the thermal bath, you can try it at the Termas main fountain, and you usually get it free of cost. The water from the spring tastes like soda, but it is not advisable to drink more than one glass of water from the spring. You also have many spas and pools with medical facilities in the resort.

Wine tasting:

The Province is said to have a warm climate as it is surrounded by mountains. The mild weather helps in the growth of wine, and they have the Alvarinho brand which is considered to be one of the best white wines in the world.

You will be able to see many vineyards and wineries in the town, and you can visit them. Do not miss out to see the House of Alvarinho where you can do wine tasting and also learn about the production processes of wine and its characteristics. It is best to visit in the month of November when a festival is conducted where sparkling wine is promoted. If you visit during the summer, you will be able to see the exhibit done by Festa do Alvarinho e do Fumeiro. These local producers will show you their produces.

Tips and Tricks

Go Kart Racing Tips & Tricks

By maria83 on

December 8, 2017

- Tips and Tricks

Most of us think that go-karting is very simple as we know how to drive on the roads. We also would have played go-karting on video games and feel that it is quite simple to go go-karting in real time. But if you take a closer look at the tracks it is harder than it looks. If you happen to attend a party where you have a go-karting race event you can have an advantage over your colleagues and friends by following some of the tips and suggestions on how to win at a go-karting race.

Keep wide when you are in a corner:

In the race whenever you are in a corner make sure that you keep wide. When you keep wide, you allow the corner entry to be smooth, and you also reduce the angle wherever you turn in the corners. Before you turn your vehicle in the corner, try to lift off the power. After you put the power off, you need to hit the brakes and reduce the speed. Focus on the apex and the centre point of the turning area and then turn toward your inside. Make sure that you are close the apex when you are in the middle of the turn.

Posture:

Unlike cars and other vehicles, go-Karts have a rigid chassis, fixed axle and they do not have any suspensions. Try to maintain a neutral and relaxed posture, and this will help you to sustain your balance and gain speed and try not to bend like a biker while go-karting. Always be in your best posture and do not try to strain too much as you can’t focus on the race.

Seating:

Seating is an essential thing to be considered while go-karting. You need to make sure that you are seated on your back in a comfortable position. When you are correctly seated, your legs will bend, and your feet will accurately touch the pedals. If you happen to be thin, then it is advisable to have a pad inserted in the seat to keep it from shaking.

Steering:

Hold the steering tightly and make sure that you are holding it for the quarter to 3 positions. You need to have strong muscles to have a good control of the steering. When you have a good grip, you will be able to pivot the kart from left to right and have control over the strain that is being exerted.

Momentum:

Never lose your momentum. Try to predict what your next move will be and make your plans accordingly. When you anticipate your next moves, you will avoid unnecessary slow-downs and braking on your kart. When you avoid the applying unwanted brakes, you will maintain your momentum and tend to go on a faster and smoother pace.