Biblioteca Joaninha Entrance - Coimbra

Biblioteca Joaninha Entrance - Coimbra

The exterior of Coimbra University's 18th century Biblioteca (Library) Joaninha.
The interior is an excess of Baroque gold and wood containing many precious, rare books

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In terms of historic significance and romantic beauty, Coimbra is second only to Lisbon and Oporto. Its ancient buildings cling to the side of the hill that rises above the curves of the river Mondego, the ornate buildings of the famous University of Coimbra are its crowning glory. Indeed the university is still the lifeblood of the city and the change in atmosphere is notable when the…