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Monuments in Coimbra
Porta de Barbacã
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Rua Ferreira Borges
3000, Coimbra
This arch is the best kept structure of the ancient Coimbra’s wall, which corresponded to the main entrance in the city during the Islamic period. On the arch is the sculpture of our Lady, the national arms and the symbol of the city foundation.
Fonte de Celas / Fonte de El-Rei
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Rua Bernardo de Albuquerque
3000, Coimbra
Baroque fountain of backrest consisting of three separate panels by pilasters, three cocks and a water tank. It was built in 1761, during the reign of Don José.
Pelourinho de Coimbra
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Praça do Comércio
3000-116, Coimbra
It is a smooth column raised on three steps, with four crosswise iron hooks by the capital and, on top, an armillary sphere crowned with Christ’s cross.
Fonte da Cheira
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Rua do Brasil
3030, Coimbra
Backboard fountain with a rectangular tank. It has an arch, two pilasters and, to end, a bent twisting fronton.
Rua da Sofia
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Rua da Sofia
3000, Coimbra
This urban street was built on the first half of the 16th century; hence it shows many Renaissance characteristics. It has a large, long and straight path with about 460 metres long and 12.50 metres large. It starts in Santa Cruz Monastery and finishes in Santa Cruz hillside. Formerly, the University College used to be here.
Efígie ao Grande Poeta António Nobre
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Avenida Doutor Marnoco e Sousa - Penedo da Saudade
3000, Coimbra
This effigy is a tribute of the city to the great poet António Nobre, former student of the Faculty of Law of Coimbra University. It is sited in a place called the “poets’ retreat”.
Fonte da Calçada do Gato
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Calçada do Gato
3030, Coimbra
Baroque fountain built in 1771 and composed of a single spout and a rectangular tank.
Monumento aos Heróis do Ultramar
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Praça dos Heróis do Ultramar
3030-327, Coimbra
Bronze statue representing a soldier laying hold of an arm and carrying a child on his shoulders.
Estátua de São João
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Largo de São João
3030, Coimbra
Statue evoking the Saint, sculpted in limestone.
Banco de Portugal / Agência de Coimbra
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Largo da Portagem, 16
3004-559, Coimbra
Rectangular plant building, with facades with two and three records, built in the 20th century. In 2000 suffered deep recovery works and is fully changed. Currently, continues as the seat of the Banco de Portugal.