Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra, Faculty of Letters in Coimbra, Portugal
The Faculty of Letters stands as a seven-story building with a main entrance on the fourth floor, facing the Porta Férrea square in Coimbra.
The Faculty of Letters emerged from the 1911 educational reforms during the Portuguese Republic, following centuries of university presence in Coimbra since 1537.
Four statues on the facade represent Eloquence, Philosophy, History, and Poetry, while five forged iron doors display bronze motifs of classical themes.
Students can access extensive research materials at the faculty library, which contains manuscripts, rare books, and archives related to Portuguese literature.
Two recently restored frescoes in the entrance hall depict Classical Antiquity and the Glorification of Portuguese Genius through allegorical paintings.
Location: Coimbra (Sé Nova, Santa Cruz, Almedina e São Bartolomeu)
GPS coordinates: 40.20837,-8.42529
Latest update: March 9, 2025 04:03
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