Coimbra, Portugal

Rua da Sofia (Street of Colleges)

Rua da Sofia (Street of Colleges), Coimbra

A broad Renaissance avenue opened in the 1530s to house the colleges of the relocated University of Coimbra. Lined with former religious colleges and the Monastery of Santa Cruz, it forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage university ensemble.

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Location

Coordinates: 40.212814, -8.43051

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