Coimbra Aveiro
History
Set on a steep hill rising from the north bank of the River Mondego, Coimbra (pronounced ‘Queenborough’) is one of Europe’s most ancient seats of learning. The university was founded in 1290 when the city was Portugal’s capital. Traditions are guarded by students in black capes, while pride of place in academic lore goes to the self-governing residential communities known as repúblicas. The city hums with activity in term time,
