Timeless traditions

Portugal's modern-day farmers take a walk back through time

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A shepherd holds a sheep from his flock, in Portugal.
(Image credit: (REUTERS/Rafael Marchante))

(Image credit: (REUTERS/Rafael Marchante) The goats, sheep, and cattle are often decked out with bright balls of yarn, a vibrant addition to an already jumbled scene. The shepherds leading their charges are)

(REUTERS/Rafael Marchante) Many of the shepherds bring cell phones, in order to keep in touch with friends and family. But besides those few physical connections to the modern world, the men spend their summer living in a simpler time. Below, images of the traditional walk.

(Image credit: (REUTERS/Rafael Marchante))

(Image credit: (REUTERS/Rafael Marchante))

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(REUTERS/Rafael Marchante)

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Sarah Eberspacher
Sarah Eberspacher

Sarah Eberspacher is an associate editor at TheWeek.com. She has previously worked as a sports reporter at The Livingston County Daily Press & Argus and The Arizona Republic. She graduated from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.