All The Names Of Magalhães

Magalhães gave more world to the planet and his name and history serve as inspiration in areas such as science and culture.

Magellanic penguins (1990) by José M. NuñezThe Portuguese Task Force for the Commemorations of the V Centenary of Circumnavigation

All The Names of Magalhães

From penguins to GPS and from Earth to Mars, Magalhães’ name continues to serve as inspiration and to navigate the world. Discover some of the references and tributes paid to the explorer.

Todos os Nomes de MagalhãesThe Portuguese Task Force for the Commemorations of the V Centenary of Circumnavigation

capa_exposição_teste (c. 2020) by ExpandingThe Portuguese Task Force for the Commemorations of the V Centenary of Circumnavigation

Artistic inspirations

With the support of the Estrutura de Missão, the celebrations of Magalhães’ feat were marked by the realization of several cultural initiatives. 

500 years later, Magalhães continues to inspire the most diverse forms of artistic expression, such as music, theatre and visual arts.

Talks: Cultural Initiatives by Mission Structure of the V Centennial of the First Voyage of Circum-NavigationThe Portuguese Task Force for the Commemorations of the V Centenary of Circumnavigation

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