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Get our insider view on Coimbra! Here you’ll be able to catch-up on what is happening, get the insider tips for your visit and also find out a bit more about the city’s History and Culture!
After all, getting to know any given place from the perspective of an insider is one of the wonders of traveling, we encourage you to take the time to get to know Coimbra, Portugal.
If you’ve read our report, you learned that the area surrounding the Quebra Costas is becomingeven more interesting, but also that there is an unbreakable link between regional cuisine and Portugal’s traditional melody: the beautiful Fado. It’s no coincidence that this connection becomes even more obvious at
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Have you ever heard of escape games? This month we suggest you try one of these adventures without leaving Coimbra. The concept involves a group of friends, family or co-workers (maximum of five people) who have to solve a series of puzzles in 60 minutes to get
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Although October is usually a month dedicated to the new students that are just now arriving at the University of Coimbra and all the related traditions, this month we decided to dedicate our report to an excellent initiative that intends to promote the cultural heritage that make
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Respecting Coimbra’s tradition, the ‘Festa das Latas e Insígnias de Coimbra’ – better known as Latada – is back in October. The event’s history is intimately connected with the history of the University and the city itself. The roots of this celebration, which aims to welcome and
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One of the highlights of October in Coimbra is, without a doubt, the Latada parade. This year the procession will take place on the 18th October, the last day of the Festa das Latas, closing the students’ celebration with a flourish. Thousands of students will parade through
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Experiencing the beginning of September in Coimbra is like watching a phoenix rise from the ashes. Too much? Well, maybe… The awakening of Coimbra after the summer won’t be as dramatic, but it is, nevertheless, an important phenomenon. The students are back, the city is more lively
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Although the Jardim Botânico – Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra is younger than the city’s university, Coimbra’s most beautiful green space is already 243 years old. Located in the heart of the city, the garden was created in 1772 by the famous Marquês de Pombal,
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September is a magical month in Coimbra. The city hosts the traditional event Magical Gatherings – Encontros Mágicos. This month we suggest that you visit the historical city center between 15th and 20th September to watch the street performances, starring Portuguese and international magicians, that will be
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The history of Coimbra cannot be told without mentioning music and bohemian life. Among other factors that make Coimbra unique, the city of students has always been known for inspiring a few Portuguese music legends such as Zeca Afonso or Carlos Paredes. There cannot be a well-spent
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This month we suggest a visit to the swimming pool Piscinas do Mondego, one of the best places to escape the hot summer days in Coimbra. Visit the pool during August and dip into the refreshing waters while gazing at the University of Coimbra and its iconic
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Av. Fernão de Magalhães, 25
3000-175 Coimbra, Portugal
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