Fragoso

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Fragoso
Parish

Coat of arms
Country Portugal
Municipality Barcelos
Area
  Total 13.94 km2 (5.38 sq mi)
Population (2001)
  Total 2,285
  Density 160/km2 (420/sq mi)
Website http://www.fragoso.maisbarcelos.pt/

Fragoso is a Portuguese parish, located in the municipality of Barcelos. It has a population of 2,285 inhabitants and a total area of 13.94 km².

Its name is derived from the word fragoso, meaning "rocky" or "uneven". It is derived from the word fraga, meaning "cliff".

Its Orago, or Patron Saint, is St.Peter the Apostle.

The Count of Fragoso was a retainer of the Bishop of Braga.

Coordinates: 41°36′54″N 8°42′14″W / 41.615°N 8.704°W / 41.615; -8.704

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