19th June 08 - Oporto - Guimaraes
Arrived in Oporto at lunchtime. Took coach to "The Cradle of Portugal" - Guimaraes
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| We took a tour of the Palace of the Dukes of Braganca. Built in 1401 by Alfonso it has 39 chimneys. |
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| Interior of the Church of St Francis of Assisi in the main square of Guimaraes |
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| The remains of the Church of Our Lady of the Olive Tree |
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| Cloisters of the Church of Our Lady of the Olive Tree |
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| The old streets of Guimaraes - decorated with Portuguese flags in preparation for their Euro 2008 game against Germany that evening...they lost! |
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| I really like this picture of a class of school kids eating their lollies in the main square. All laughing and having a great time. |
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| Largo da Republica do Brasil with its ornamental gardens and fountains |