A Visit to the World's Best Fish Market in Portugal
Livramento fish market in Setubal, Portugal is named one of the best in the world. Not only does it hold the prestigious title, it also is considered to be the home of sustainable fishing practices.
Portugal has a fish market that has been named one of the best in the world. The market, located in the city of Setúbal, was built in 1876, replacing a previous market that was demolished in the aftermath of an earthquake. Not only does it have a long history, but it is also one of the most sustainable fisheries markets in the world.
This market is an important source of employment and income for people in Setubal. It also sells vegetables and herbs from the local farmers.
CNN Indonesia reporter, Yogi Tujuliarto reports. Watch the video in Bahasa Indonesia:
This story was produced as part of the 2022 UN Ocean Conference Fellowship organized by Internews’ Earth Journalism Network with support from the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch). It was originally broadcast on CNN Indonesia on June 29, 2022.
Banner image: Fellows interviewing fish sellers at Livramento Market in Setubal, Portugal / Credit: Charlie Debenham.
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