Magic Christmas Tour in Coimbra city
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The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special times brings magic Coimbra. Coimbra is Portugal’s historic and fascinating university city, which makes for a great destination as part of a tour or holiday of central Portugal. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere in the streets which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? Classic car city tour – Coimbra ride
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 09:42
Discover Coimbra in a different way! CoolaBoola offers a unique experience in a classic car city tour.On this city tour, you will have the chance to take a unique tour through the streets of Coimbra and learn about the stories it contains. In addition, you will enjoy the comfort and elegance of our classic car.Aboard a comfortable 1931 Ford Model A, this classic car city tour includes places with historical and cultural value in Coimbra. History - Legends - Traditions of Coimbra
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In about 3 hours you will have the opportunity to get to know all the main attractions of the city, seasoned with legends, famous local characters and a pinch of gastronomy that never hurts.Starting from Largo da Portagem we will go into the Baixa, the lower part of the city, walking for about an hour in the streets that made the history of the city in the last century. We will continue on Avenida Sá da Bandeira, a long avenue characterized by student houses and night clubs. Romantic tour in Coimbra
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 09:42
An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city.Where are two kings of Portugal are buried? What is special about that place? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. The best of Coimbra walking tour
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 09:42
Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. What genre of music was created in the city?. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Coimbra. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it! Port Wine Tasting in Coimbra
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The event will take place in a traditional shop, opened in 1912, located in the historic area of Coimbra where wine, gastronomy and culture are located. 
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Founded in 1314 by Queen Isabel (Elizabeth of Aragon), the Gothic Convento de Santa Clara was built close to the banks of the River Mondego, across from Coimbra. Isabel was the wife of king D. Dinis and it is said she was most generous and sympathetic towards the poor. In fact the story goes that the king had to reign in Queen Isabel's spending.
Upon the death of King Dinis, Isabel retired to the Santa Clara convent and joined the Order of St Francis, devoting herself to helping the poor and the sick. She died in 1336, 10 years after her husband, and was buried in the convent that...
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Sé Nova means new cathedral, but this is only relatively speaking. The cathedral building dates back to the late 16th century and was built by the Jesuit Order. However, in 1759 were banned from operating in Portugal by then prime-minister, the Marquis de Pombal.
With this spacious, modern church now vacant it was decided in 1772 that the episcopal seat be transferred from the old Romanesque cathedral to here. Henceforth this was referred to as the Sé Nova (New Cathedral) and the older church the Sé Velha (Old Cathedral).
The church itself still retains some of its Jesuit...
The Capela de São Miguel (Chapel of St Michael) in the University of Coimbra. Part of the original old university buildings the chapel lies next to the famous library.It dates back to 1517 but much of the interior you see here was added in the 17th and 18th centuries. The almost overwhelming decor consists of elaborate azulejo wall tiles, an exceptional Mannerist altar and an equally ornate Baroque organ replete with trumpeting angels.
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The Sé Velha (Old Cathedral) of Coimbra is said to be the finest example of Romanesque architecture to be found in Portugal. Dating back to the beginning of the 12th century it was built as a statement of the new nation's triumph over the Moors at the Battle of Ourique. Unlike many of Portugal's grand early buildings much of the original Romanesque design remains intact, although there are many subsequent embellishments.
First impressions of the cathedral, particularly from the main façade, can be a little underwhelming. It is somewhat austere resembling a fortress with its thickly...