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Ave is a subregion integrated in the larger Norte Region in Portugal. Is bordered to the north by the subregion of Cávado , to the east and south by the subregion of Tâmega and to the west by the subregion of Grande Porto . It is a densely populated subregion and one of the more industrialized in the country. Part of the historical region of Minho , is centered around the city of Guimarães (the birthplace of the Portuguese nationalism). The subregion has an area of 1,248 km&2 and a population of (as 2005) 519,500 inhabitants for an overall density of 416 inhab/km&2.

The major urban centers are Guimarães (pop. 90,000) and Vila Nova De Famalicão (pop. 47,000).

It is formed by eight municipalities (or Concelhos):


The municipalities of Trofa and Vizela are some of the newest to be created.

The main industries of the subregion are the textile industry, clothing and apparel.