Mira once again asserts itself on the international stage by hosting another edition of the International Pigeon Racing Championships, an event that greatly honours us and results from a strong partnership between the Municipality of Mira, the Federation Columbophile Internacionale and the Federação Portuguesa de Columbofilia.

The presence, within our municipality, of the headquarters of the Federação Portuguesa de Columbofilia is a source of great pride and responsibility. This fact has decisively contributed to consolidating Mira as a national and international reference in this sport, attracting throughout the year hundreds of visitors, athletes and pigeon racing enthusiasts from different geographies.

These Championships are more than a sporting competition. They are a moment of encounter between cultures, of sharing experiences and of affirming values such as dedication, perseverance and community spirit. They also represent a strategic opportunity to showcase the very best that Mira has to offer — the hospitality of its people, the quality of its infrastructure and the uniqueness of its territory.

We therefore renew our commitment to continue supporting initiatives that project the name of Mira beyond borders and that strengthen the dynamism of our municipality.

To all participants, organisations and visitors, I extend a word of appreciation and my best wishes for every success.

You are most welcome to Mira.

Artur Fresco
Mayor of Mira