Coimbra - 2 páginas |
The city of Coimbra is divided into two distinct areas: The "baixa" (lower town) by the river, where most of the city´s commercial activity is concentrated, and |
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 a square in the 'baixa' |
the Arco de Almedina |
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The "alta" (upper town), the older part, which is entered through the Arco de Almedina, a gateway that brings back memories of the Arab occupation, since "Medina" means city in Arabic.
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 the Sé Velha |
the Sé Nova |
The upper town consists of steep narrow streets, where the "republics" (typical communal student residences) are to be found, as well as some of the city´s most important buildings Sé Velha (Old Cathedral), Sé Nova (New Cathedral), the University and the Casa de Sub-Ripas, a mansion with an impressive Manueline doorway. |
