Coimbra University '24

The University of Coimbra is a public research university in Coimbra, Portugal. First established in Lisbon in 1290, it went through a number of relocations until moving permanently to Coimbra in 1537, almost 500 years ago. The university is among the oldest universities in continuous operation in the world, the oldest in Portugal, and played an influential role in the development of higher education in the Portuguese-speaking world. In 2013, UNESCO declared the university a World Heritage Site, noting its architecture, unique culture and traditions, and historical role.
The contemporary university is organized into eight faculties, granting bachelor's, master's and doctorate degrees in nearly all major fields. It lends its name to the Coimbra Group of European research universities founded in 1985, of which it was a founding member. Enrolling over 25,000 students, more than 15% of whom are international, it is one of Portugal's most cosmopolitan universities.
Holly and Harvey had the golden opportunity to spend the day on their campus which was also "graduation week"! They had an opportunity to visit with the students and also see the incredible library! No photos can adequitly describe what they witnessed. You have to see it for yourself!