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The Old University
Coimbra's University is one of the oldest in the world. It is located on the highest point of the upper town, where once the royal palace stood. The Porta Ferrea, the Iron Gate leads to the beautiful courtyard. The whole thing looks [...]
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Coimbra History

This situation remained up to 1255. As early as this period, structures like the church of St. James and Santa Cruz Monastery were built. This made them important edifices in Coimbra History. Coimbra was divided into two cities during the early years of The Middle ages. The first city is the upper city of the Almedina where those belonging to the upper class lived. The other one is the lower city of Cidade Baixa where most of the industrial activities happened.Coimbra History – During the 15th to 18th Century In 1537, the University of Coimbra was permanently transferred by King John III as one of Coimbra Royal Palace's properties. [...]

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