Edition 28 - Time
13.09.2021 • 19.09.2021
Edition 28 - Time
Tower of the University of Coimbra
Monuments & Attractions

Tower of the University of Coimbra

Paço das Escolas is dominated by one of the most symbolic structures in Coimbra, its 17th century tower which holds the clock and bells that regulate academic life. It was built in 1537 when the university, which was about to be established at King John III’s palace, insisted that “there could be no order without
The Botanical Garden
Nature & Outdoors

The Botanical Garden

The Botanical Garden seems to be the perfect island in the centre of the city, but it is its scientific value that makes it unique.
Chocalhos - Transhumace Festival

Chocalhos - Transhumace Festival

Chocalhos - Transhumance Festival will be held on September 18th and 19th in the colourful village of Alpedrinha, heavenly nested in Gardunha Mountain, in the surroundings of the city of Fundão. This outstanding festival celebrates the shepherds, the sheep and grazing, which is one of the most iconic activities of this region.
Moinho de Avis
Nature & Outdoors

Moinho de Avis

Beautifully located in Montejunto Mountain, Moinho de Avis is a must-see windmill that dates back to 1810.
Curral do Burro

Curral do Burro

The peculiar name of this restaurant "curral do burro", meaning "donkey stable" may sound strange, since this is a truly amazing place with a heavenly view over the surrounding landscape of Montejunto Mountain. However, the restaurant is actually housed in a former donkey stable.
Royal Ice Factory
Monuments & Attractions

Royal Ice Factory

The Royal Ice Factory is a testimony of those remote times when ice was produced for the Royal court in Lisbon. Life before the fridge era.