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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Coimbra travel guide »
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 ...