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Coimbra has preserved, for centuries, the memory of one of the most beloved figures in Portuguese history: Queen Saint Isabel, a symbol of faith and charity. Beatified by Pope Leo X in 1516 and canonized by Pope Urban VIII in 1625, Isabel of Aragon continues to be
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Stepping away from conventional itineraries and diving into genuine, immersive experiences is what makes a trip truly memorable – and that’s exactly what Portugal Green Travel offers. Specializing in sustainable tourism, this company has been gaining recognition for its innovative, authentic, and locally rooted activities. More than
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Guns N’Roses 6th June | 19:00 | Estádio Cidade de Coimbra Baixa o Som 06th to 08th June | Coimbra’s downtown and uptown Praxis Beer Fest 13th to 15th June | “Campo de Santa Cruz” and “Jardim da Sereia” Mostra da Mão da Rainha Santa 17th June
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Festival Django Portugal 3rd, 10th and 17th May | 22:00 | Salão Brazil “Schönbrunn Palace Orchestra Vienna – 200 Anos Johann Strauss” 4th May | 21:00 | Convento São Francisco 18.ª Festa do Cinema Italiano 7th to 9th May | 15:00 | 18:30 | 21:30 | TAGV Cerimónia
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Coimbra, a city with a millennia-old history, holds not only memories in its winding streets, but also enchanting legends passed down through time. Among them stands out the legend of Coluber, a tale of love and courage said to have inspired the name of our city. According
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Faith That Walks. Every year at this time, Portugal’s roads fill with groups of pilgrims. Wearing reflective vests, they walk side by side with one shared destination: Fátima. Considered by many as a “holy land”, the town welcomes thousands of faithful throughout the year, all coming to
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Coimbra, a city of history, culture and charm, deserves to be explored in a special way. With this in mind, Gonçalo Oliveira created Monumental Tuk Tours, a project that combines passion, knowledge and a personal touch to offer visitors an unforgettable experience. Monumental Tuk Tours was born
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Preserving the Past, Inspiring the Future. Coimbra is a city where music echoes in every corner, reflecting centuries of tradition and evolution. Known as the city of student fado, its musical heritage extends far beyond this iconic genre. With this broad vision, the Museum of Music of
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The Legendary Tigerman – ‘Femina’ 15 anos 3rd Apr | 21:30 | Convento São Francisco The Factory of Shadows | Anozero – Bienal de Coimbra 5th Apr to 5th Jul | Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Nova Tons de Comédia 10th Apr | 21:30 | TAGV Concertos para Bebés –
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Carnaval de Coimbra 2025 – Em cada rua, uma nova história 1st and 2nd | Praça do Comércio Chinfrim – Rita Redshoes 2nd | 16:00 | Convento São Francisco A ciência não vai de férias… de Carnaval! 3rd – 5th | 09:00 – 17:30 | UC Exploratório
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