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  Portugal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Portugal is bordered by Spain to the north and east and by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south.
Portugal is a member of NATO since 1949, of the European Union since 1986, and of the Community of Portuguese Language Countries since 1996.
Portugal was one of the founding countries of the euro in 1999.
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 Coimbra, The gate way to the Serra da Estrella » Properties In Portugal
Six of Portugal's Kings were born here and in 1139 until 1256 it was the chosen capital of the country.
To the east of Coimbra are the towns of Lousã and Góis, both of which are worth visiting to see the architectural buildings and feel the serenity that the towns emit, something which is in complete contrast to their turbulent histories that are recorded in the history books.
Portugal 4 Life is a consulting agency and operates within the laws of the Portuguese property market.
www.portugal4life.info /Coimbra.asp   (1021 words)

  
 Sports Venue Technology - Estadio Municipal Coimbra, Portugal
Coimbra's municipal sports ground, built in the 1940s, has been almost entirely rebuilt and transformed into a vast leisure complex with the 30,000 all-seater stadium at its centre.
Câmara Municipal de Coimbra (Coimbra city council) launched a design competition in May 2001 for a remodelling of the current stadium to accommodate the hosting of EURO 2004™ soccer matches.
Portugal took care to select cities that, due to their geographical location, stretching from the north to the south, will guarantee that the dimension of the project is truly a national one.
www.sportsvenue-technology.com /projects/coimbra/index.html   (1343 words)

  
 Coimbra: April in Portugal - Avril au Portugal -Abril em Portugal / cdRoots
Coimbra compiles twenty four of the most significant interpretations of the song, chosen from a list of approximately two hundred, recorded between 1947 and 2002.
Abril em Portugal became a tourism slogan, originated pamphlets, and in 1955 it was used in a medium-length propaganda movie called April in Portugal, with Amália performing the song.
Portugal thus became a self-proclaimed pioneer of the devotion to the tourist, in the name of "universal brotherhood" and "fraternity among peoples and races".
www.cdroots.com /tradisom-coimbra.html   (1600 words)

  
 Portugal > Travel > Costa Prata > Towns > Coimbra
Coimbra was liberated from Moor occupation in 1064 and was then developed as a town by the capable Conde de Sesmundo who was the master here for 27 years.
Six of Portugal’s Kings were born here and between 1139 and 1256 it was the chosen capital of the country.
To the east of Coimbra are the towns of Lousã and Góis, both of which are worth visiting to see the architectural buildings and feel the serenity that the towns emit.
portugal-info.net /costaprata/coimbra.htm   (1096 words)

  
 Coimbra, Centre, Portugal - Tourism Information and guide
The Coimbra New Cathedral, an old Jesuit College and Church, was founded in 1541 and remained in the Order until the government of the Marquês de Pombal (Pombal Marquis), who determined the delivery of the temple to the diocese after the expulsion of the Jesuits from Portugal, in 1759.
Coimbra, with a university founded in 1290, is popularly known as the 'Oxford of Portugal'.
Situated in the centre of the city of Coimbra, the Tivoli Coimbra was.pened in 1991.
www.portugalvirtual.pt /_tourism/costadeprata/coimbra/ukcity.html   (1122 words)

  
 Coimbra - Portugal
Coimbra is located between Lisbon and Porto, right in the heart of Beira Litoral (one of Portugal's provinces).
Coimbra was a city during the Roman occupation, when it was known as Aeminium.
Coimbra is home to a fascinating historical heritage, and there are several important archaeological sites within a short distance of the city, which are well worth visiting.
www.dec.uc.pt /eurosteel/coimbra.htm   (190 words)

  
 Coimbra, Portugal
Rich in tradition, the old University town of Coimbra, principal town of its own district and the see of a bishop, lies halfway between Lisbon and Oporto in the hilly country of Beira Litoral.
In the 12th C. Coimbra became capital of the new Portuguese kingdom.
It lost this status to Lisbon in 1260, but was compensated by the foundation (1307-08) of the University which, with interruptions, was until 1911 the only university in Portugal and which became a major element in the town's cultural and intellectual life.
www.planetware.com /portugal/coimbra-p-coim-coim.htm   (447 words)

  
 International Academic Programs: Portugal, Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Portugal’s Costa de Prata, “ Silver Coast,” which offers a variety of beautiful beaches, charming towns, unspoiled villages, monuments, temples, castles, palaces, and museums.
In Portugal, the resident director provides an orientation of the university, Coimbra, and Portuguese life and culture.
Pre-departure orientations at UW-Madison, on-site orientation in Coimbra.
www.studyabroad.wisc.edu /europe/portugal_coimbra.asp   (796 words)

  
 Coimbra, Portugal
Coimbra, Portugal, one of the oldest university cities of Europe
Known as the "city of students", Coimbra´s history is closely linked to its university, which was founded in 1290 and is one of the oldest in Europe.
Coimbra´s unique appearance, dominated by the building and tower of the University at the top of the hill, may be admired as a harmonious whole from the other side of the river, but the city can only really be appreciated by walking through its streets.
www.quintadoriodao.com /eng/out/coimbra.html   (208 words)

  
 Portugal - Castles Tour: From Guimarães to Coimbra
Coimbra was its second capital, and the seat of learning and Renaissance culture.
The journey from Coimbra to Guimarães is indeed a voyage of discovery in itself.
Boasting one of the largest barbicans in Portugal, and lines of walls after walls, Montemor appears mostly as it did after renovations in the 14th century, with a small keep, ruined palace, parade grounds and three churches.
www.classbrain.com /art_cr/publish/portugal_castles_tour_guimar_es_to_coimbra.shtml   (1843 words)

  
 Coimbra, Portugal  -  Travel Photos by Galen R Frysinger, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
The University functioned alternatively in Lisbon and Coimbra, finally being established at Coimbra in 1537 by King John III, who at the same time made profound reforms in it Several colleges were created - such as the College of the Arts, Saint Paul's College.
The influence of "enlightened absolutism" began to be felt in Portugal during the reign of King Joseph I (1750-1777).
Since then the Union has distinguished itself as a center of organized struggle against the political establishment within and outside the University, asserting itself, even in difficult times, as an autonomous stronghold and, through its many specialized departments, as a disseminator of a dynamic cultural and associative life.
www.galenfrysinger.com /coimbra.htm   (913 words)

  
 Portugal : Coimbra, Portugal, Europe
Coimbra is the intellectual and spiritual centre of Portugal.
Coimbra is set by the Mondego River, about 40 km east of Figueira da Foz, a neighbour coastal city with several beaches, summer and seaport facilities on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean.
Coimbra is situated at 120 km south of Porto and 195 km north of Lisbon
www.hotels-portugal.com /portu_73062.htm   (363 words)

  
 Hotel Quinta Das Lágrimas Coimbra Portugal - Hostel Reviews & Ratings
Coimbra, one of the most historic cities in the country, formerly the capital of Portugal, has one of the oldest Universities in the world.
Coimbra it is called the“Museum City” because of the wealth of its architectural and cultural heritage.
At 4 km from the south exit of the Lisbon-Oporto motorway, it is situated in the midst of 20 acres of forest and gardens.
www.hostelworld.com /hosteldetails.php/HotelQuintaDasLgrimas-Portugal-7568   (680 words)

  
 Central Portugal properties | Properties in Central Portugal for sale | Central Portuguese Property | Immobilier ...
Portugal 4 Life Lda is a fully registered Compra e Venda de Propriedades, this means we are licenced to BUY AND SELL properties, We also are able to act as consultants for a property purchase, this fee has been included in the advertised price on the websites belonging to Portugal 4 Life Lda.
There are still areas in this part of Central Portugal that are totally untouched, where total isolation from every day life is easily achievable, eco friendly life is part and parcel to this region, with wide spread solar power system being used, fresh water from wells are very common in the area.
Some of the bottled water which is sold in many shops in Portugal is collected by the locals and tourists alike at the springs in Luso.
www.propertiesinportugal.com   (661 words)

  
 Portugal tours Coimbra, Viseu, Condeixa, Bucaco
north of Coimbra there is a secluded forest that was tended by monks for over a 1,000 years and where there is a romantic summer place that was built by a king.
The various folk dance groups performed their dancing and singing and all in all it was a very pleasant and relaxing day.
It is only 6 km or so from Coimbra, 2 km from the old Roman ruins at Conimbriga and a short pleasant drive to Figueira Da Foz and you can even drive through Montemor O Velho on the way.
www.discoverportugal2day.com /travel05.htm   (2431 words)

  
 Hotels in Coimbra
A traditional 18th-century country house with 12 hectares of gardens, one kilometre from the centre of Coimbra.
Located at "baixa" called of Coimbra, place where the historic monuments and Comercial areas take the same place.
Modern conference hotel situated on a hillside 500 m from the historical and commercial centre and 15 km from Roman ruins.
www.expedia.co.uk /daily/hotels/Portugal/Coimbra.asp   (375 words)

  
 Portugal > Travel > Costa Prata > Towns > Fátima
The most important secret moments of this Order took place in the "Charola", an octagonal chapel painted and carved in the Byzantine style and is at the heart of the Covento de Cristo.
To the northwest is the town of Alcobaça that only became notable in the 12th Century when it became the site for the important construction of Portugal’s largest Abbey.
To the north is the 16th Century town of Leiria that is crowned with a 14th Century castle.
www.portugal-info.net /costaprata/fatima.htm   (589 words)

  
 Portugal Holidays: Coimbra in Portugal
Even if the townscape of Coimbra is medieval, you meet more the young generation.
Life is mastered by the variety of the students who live and study in Coimbra.
Excellent handmade porcelain is produced in Coimbra and in the surroundings such as Conimbriga.
www.portugal-ferien.net /coimbra_engl.htm   (163 words)

  
 Accommodation in Almedina Hotel Coimbra Portugal
This 3 star hotel is located in the city centre of Coimbra and was established in 1967.
The hotel is located in the "baixa" of Coimbra, an area where history interacts with intense comercial life.
Almedina Hotel is situated in "baixa" of Coimbra (the shopping area) and it is 60 km to Visionario Aveiro Exhibition Center.
www.accommodationow.com /accommodation/almedina_hotel_coimbra.htm   (164 words)

  
 Hotels Portugal - Sol Melia hotel
The Tryp Coimbra hotel is located on a hillside near the centre of Coimbra.
Close to 'La Guarda' and the 'Sierra de Estrella' mountains, 45 km from 'Castello Branco', 200 km for the airport of Oporto, and 270 km from the city of Lisboa.
The new Meliá Palacio da Lousã Boutique Hotel (open April 15, 2005) is located in the idyllic district of Lousã, 23 km from Coimbra, 160 km from Porto and 230 km from Lisbon.
www.solmelia.com /solNew/html/directory/en/hotel/hotels-europe/hotels-portugal.html   (858 words)

  
 Coimbra Portugal Lodging - LodgingHunt.com
The Hotel is located near the centre of Coimbra, on a hillside just 100 metres from the University hospital.
The historical and commercial centre is 500 metres away, the theme park "Portugal dos Pequenitos" is 3 km away and the Roman ruins of Conimbriga are 15 km away.
The Best Western Hotel D.Luis is conveniently situated for both business and leisure travellers, in a quiet area, on a small hill overlooking the Mondego River and Coimbra city, just 2 kilometres from the city centre, within close proximity to highway A1 Lisbon/Oporto and Europa Bridge.
lodginghunt.com /Portugal/Coimbra.aspx   (185 words)

  
 Hotel Tryp Coimbra, Coimbra & Surroundings , Portugal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Hotel Tryp Coimbra is located half a kilometre from the city and commercial centre, on a hillside, just 100 metres from the University hospital.
The Portugal dos Pequenitos attraction park is a mere 3-kilometres away and the magnificent Roman ruins of Coimbra are 15 kilometres from the hotel.
Tryp Coimbra offers 126 rooms and 14 suites, all with fully equipped bathroom, satellite TV, direct dial telephone and mini bar.
www.ebookers.com /cheap_hotels/portugal/hotel_tryp_coimbra.html   (152 words)

  
 Tivoli Coimbra Hotel in Coimbra, Portugal
Coimbra - steeped in the history and folklore of academia.
Coimbra is the city with most academic tradition in Portugal and a visit to the Universidade de Coimbra is a must.
In the upper part of the city, do not forget a visit to the Machado de Castro Museum - the largest Roman building in the Iberian Peninsula - which houses Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque works of arts, as well as a considerable collection of porcelain.
www.hotel-rates.com /portugal/coimbra/tivoli-coimbra-hotel.html   (365 words)

  
 Coimbra Travel: Deals and travel information for Coimbra, Portugal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Coimbra Travel: Deals and travel information for Coimbra, Portugal
So, either check out our special Coimbra travel deals below, use our search box to find the perfect trip or browse through our vast list of destinations to see all we have to offer.
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 universidade de coimbra
The University of Coimbra offers some courses in English.
The University of Coimbra has a medical center where students can go once they are enrolled at the university.
On the enrolment of the University, students must pay a tax of 2.09€ for school tax insurance in order to cover accidents inside campus.
www.umsl.edu /services/abroad/universities/coimbra.html   (452 words)

  
 Portugal Hostel Online Booking - Hostels and Backpacker Youth Hostels in Portugal - international accommodation by ...
Placed on the pleasant village of Apúlia, 100 meters from the beach with the same name, this new Hotel will offer you unforgettable moments.
In Marvao, the highest village of Portugal, you can enjoy a really good view over the fields of Portugal and Spain in our comfortable rooms.
Distancing only a few kilometers from important centers like Vila do Conde and povoa de Varzim, the Quinta São Miguel de Arcos, harmoniously integraded in a beutifull natural landscape, invites all year round.
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 Coimbra hotels and accommodation, hotel reservations in Portugal, by all-hotels.com
Coimbra hotels and accommodation, hotel reservations in Portugal, by all-hotels.com
Making a last minute travel reservation with all-hotels is easy: simply choose your hotel category (luxury, standard, cheap or discount) from above, find your lodging for your Portugal vacation and book a room rate that suits your budget.
This 18th-century palace, surrounded by magnificent gardens, still vibrates with the memory of the famous romance between Prince...
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 Coimbra Portugal Manor Houses for sale
Coimbra Property: Manor House XVIII century for sale
Manor house built in the beginning of the XVIII century, near Coimbra and Lousã.
The house has been totally restored according to its original features.
www.imatico.lu /coimbra_portugal_property_for_sales.htm   (159 words)

  
 Coimbra Shopping - Reviews, Tips, Photos - VirtualTourist.com
Go shopping in Coimbra with recommendations, reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and locals.
This was a quiet space on a Sunday morning when I was here, but I'm sure it's busy during the heavy shopping season.
There are some great deals by US standards on clothes and shoes, but I noticed the photo equipment is expensive in Portugal.
www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Europe/Portugal/Distrito_de_Coimbra/Coimbra-289328/Shopping-Coimbra-BR-1.html   (258 words)

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