Centro Português de Fotografia, Photography museum and national archives in central Porto, Portugal.
The Centro Português de Fotografia occupies a former prison building in central Porto and uses three floors for exhibition spaces. The collections display cameras and photographic works from different periods.
The building was erected in 1767 as a prison and courthouse and served this purpose until 1974. After restoration, it opened as a photography center in 1997.
The center preserves Portugal's photographic heritage and displays regular exhibitions of work by Portuguese and international photographers. Visitors can see how photography has shaped the documentation and perception of the country.
The museum is located near Clérigos Tower and is easily reached on foot. Visitors should note that opening hours differ on weekdays and weekends, so it is worth checking in advance when it is open.
The third floor houses an extensive collection of historical cameras and equipment from different periods. These devices show how photography as a medium developed technically over time.
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