Coimbra, Portugal

Sub-Ripas Palace and Torre de Anto

Sub-Ripas Palace and Torre de Anto, Coimbra

A 16th-century Renaissance residence built into the medieval city wall below the Old Cathedral, with Manueline portals and bas-reliefs from João de Ruão's workshop. It adjoins the Torre de Anto, a former defensive tower tied to poet António Nobre and now a fado centre.

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Roots Earth has a longer story for Sub-Ripas Palace and Torre de Anto, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 40.2099, -8.4285

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