Eduardo Coimbra Guidebook
Universidade de Coimbra
Funded in 1290, this is one of the oldest universities in the world and at the same time it's a World Heritage Location.
Its provides an immersive experience to its visitors in the aura that it's felt in every corner of every building.
Realising the influence this institution had, since it's foundation, definig the structure of the nation, to the latest times, leading a strong anti-fascism rebellion against a dictatorship state it's inspiring.
Coimbra always was a city of passion, home of free and progressive thinking regarding fraternity and democracy.
Coimbra university culture is still present nowadays.
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University of Coimbra
Funded in 1290, this is one of the oldest universities in the world and at the same time it's a World Heritage Location.
Its provides an immersive experience to its visitors in the aura that it's felt in every corner of every building.
Realising the influence this institution had, since it's foundation, definig the structure of the nation, to the latest times, leading a strong anti-fascism rebellion against a dictatorship state it's inspiring.
Coimbra always was a city of passion, home of free and progressive thinking regarding fraternity and democracy.
Coimbra university culture is still present nowadays.
Built in the 18th century during the reign of the Portuguese King John V, it is part of the University of Coimbra General Library. It is a National Monument and has a priceless historical value being one of the main tourist attractions among the older monuments belonging to the university.
it's one of the two world libraries using a colony of bats to protect its collection from Insects.
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Biblioteca Joanina
Built in the 18th century during the reign of the Portuguese King John V, it is part of the University of Coimbra General Library. It is a National Monument and has a priceless historical value being one of the main tourist attractions among the older monuments belonging to the university.
it's one of the two world libraries using a colony of bats to protect its collection from Insects.
The Jardim Botânico (Botanical Garden) in Coimbra is the oldest in Portugal and is associated with the nearby University of Coimbra.
The Jardim Botânico was established in 1772 by the Marquis de Pombal on land previously owned by Benedictine monks. The garden covers about 13 hectares. The purpose of the garden was to supplement the study of medicine and natural history at the University of Coimbra as medicinal plants were grown and exotic species, brought back from Portugal's overseas colonies, were planted.
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Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
Calçada Martim de FreitasThe Jardim Botânico (Botanical Garden) in Coimbra is the oldest in Portugal and is associated with the nearby University of Coimbra.
The Jardim Botânico was established in 1772 by the Marquis de Pombal on land previously owned by Benedictine monks. The garden covers about 13 hectares. The purpose of the garden was to supplement the study of medicine and natural history at the University of Coimbra as medicinal plants were grown and exotic species, brought back from Portugal's overseas colonies, were planted.
Monuments
Where the second king of Portugal was crowned.
Coimbra (Aeminium, in Roman times) is an Episcopal seat since the 5th century, succeeding neighbouring Conímbriga. Despite its long history, there is no mention of a cathedral until the construction of the Santa Maria de Coimbra Cathedral, which began in 1164 by initiative of Bishop Miguel Salomão. It was consecrated in 1184, despite the rest of the building not yet being finished and in 1185 the second Portuguese king, D. Sancho I, was crowned there. It is the only Portuguese Romanesque cathedral from the time of the Reconquest, which survives relatively intact to this day.
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Sé Velha - Coimbra
Largo da Sé VelhaWhere the second king of Portugal was crowned.
Coimbra (Aeminium, in Roman times) is an Episcopal seat since the 5th century, succeeding neighbouring Conímbriga. Despite its long history, there is no mention of a cathedral until the construction of the Santa Maria de Coimbra Cathedral, which began in 1164 by initiative of Bishop Miguel Salomão. It was consecrated in 1184, despite the rest of the building not yet being finished and in 1185 the second Portuguese king, D. Sancho I, was crowned there. It is the only Portuguese Romanesque cathedral from the time of the Reconquest, which survives relatively intact to this day.
The monastery was built in the 14th century on the left bank of the Mondego River, but had to be abandoned in the 17th century due to frequent floods. The well-preserved Gothic ruins of the monastery were excavated in the late 20th century, more than 300 years after being abandoned by the nuns.
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Museu do Mosteiro de Santa Clara a Velha
57 R. BaixoThe monastery was built in the 14th century on the left bank of the Mondego River, but had to be abandoned in the 17th century due to frequent floods. The well-preserved Gothic ruins of the monastery were excavated in the late 20th century, more than 300 years after being abandoned by the nuns.
One of the best national museums, also an historical landmark from the Roman Empire presence at Coimbra.
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Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
Largo Doutor José RodriguesOne of the best national museums, also an historical landmark from the Roman Empire presence at Coimbra.
One of the most impressive and immersive Roman Empire locations, well preserved and documented.
Great to spend a day in this immersive experience into the Roman Empire culture and lifestyle. The place is well preserved and described.
It's served by a great and inexpensive restaurant.
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Conímbriga
7 R. das RuínasOne of the most impressive and immersive Roman Empire locations, well preserved and documented.
Great to spend a day in this immersive experience into the Roman Empire culture and lifestyle. The place is well preserved and described.
It's served by a great and inexpensive restaurant.
Gardens
Great leisure park just outside the studio. That's were the city center connects with nature, including its river.
There, a visitor can find all sorts of leisure and sport activities and a selection of great food places and bars in the city.
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Parque Verde do Mondego
Avenida LousãGreat leisure park just outside the studio. That's were the city center connects with nature, including its river.
There, a visitor can find all sorts of leisure and sport activities and a selection of great food places and bars in the city.
A hidden gem in the center of Coimbra, Sereia Garden is a beautiful park filled with interesting sculptures, many species of trees, and its fountain, an integral part of a long-standing university tradition.
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Sereia Garden
Praça RepúblicaA hidden gem in the center of Coimbra, Sereia Garden is a beautiful park filled with interesting sculptures, many species of trees, and its fountain, an integral part of a long-standing university tradition.
Culture venue
Beautiful restored monastery, converted in museum, restaurant and lounge space. It's the main venue for cultural events in the centre region of Portugal.
Check it's programming at: http://www.coimbraconvento.pt/pt/agenda/
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Convento São Francisco
1a Av. da Guarda InglesaBeautiful restored monastery, converted in museum, restaurant and lounge space. It's the main venue for cultural events in the centre region of Portugal.
Check it's programming at: http://www.coimbraconvento.pt/pt/agenda/
Home of cultural events and the home of the "Orquestra Clássica do Centro".
Central Portugal Pavilion
Home of cultural events and the home of the "Orquestra Clássica do Centro".