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Prehistoric Rock Etchings at Côa Museum in Central Portugal

The Côa Valley, in central Portugal, is considered one of the most important rock art locations in the world. More than 70 sites can be found here, still in their original positions, displaying breath-taking engravings from prehistoric, protohistoric and historic times. In the heart of this culturally significant area is the Côa Museum.

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O Bairro – Modern Neighborhood Cuisine in Aveiro

One of the hottest new restaurants in Portugal is a small little neighborhood spot in Aveiro. It’s called O Bairro....

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Hotel Moliceiro – Boutique Hotel in the Center of Aveiro

At the heart of Aveiro is a river complete with gondolas (moliceiros) that evoke river travel of eras past, but provide entertainment for tourists in modern times. In the center of all this action is a hip little hotel that takes its name from the traditional boats, yet offers a modern design hotel experience.

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Schist Villages of Central Portugal

“Schist” is a type of crystalline metamorphic stone. It is easily split, creating a flat surface. For centuries, this “horizontal” stone became the ideal building material to create weatherproof, secure houses. Today, many original homes made of schist still stand and are remain occupied by the residents of the village.

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Art Nouveau Museum & Casa de Chá in Aveiro

The Museum of Art Nouveau (Museu Arte Nova) in Aveiro is the coolest new stop on the Portugal cultural scene. The museum resides in the Casa Major Pessoa, one of the most architecturally admired buildings in the city. Building design is attributed to architects Silvia Rocha and Ernest Korrodi.

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Wool – Urban Art Festival of Covilhã

For the last few centuries, the city of Covilhã on the southern slopes of Serra da Estrela, in the district of Castelo Branco, has been known primarily for wool manufacturing. Yet, in the last few years, Covilhã has emerged...

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Ovos Moles of Aveiro

Ovos moles are sweets, originating in the convents, made of egg yolks and sugar, wrapped in a thin wheat crust (the same dough used for “Hosts” in Catholic Masses). The sweets are molded into shapes symbolic of the Aveiro region, such as clams, mussels, fish, crabs, barrels, sea buoy, walnuts and chestnuts.

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The University of Coimbra

Our lovely, personable and knowledgeable guide for the trip, Silvia Aires from Turismo Centro de Portugal, set our agenda to start at the University of Coimbra. This also happens to be the highest point in the city. This hilltop positioning is no accident. Not only is height an excellent vantage point to see all of Coimbra and the River Mondego, but it is also a symbolic reference to the importance knowledge and education is placed in the heritage and pride of the Portuguese people.

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Prehistoric Rock Etchings at Côa Museum in Central Portugal

O Bairro – Modern Neighborhood Cuisine in Aveiro

Hotel Moliceiro – Boutique Hotel in the Center of Aveiro

Schist Villages of Central Portugal

Art Nouveau Museum & Casa de Chá in Aveiro

Wool – Urban Art Festival of Covilhã

Ovos Moles of Aveiro

The University of Coimbra

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