Sé Velha - Coimbra
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"Sé Velha, or the Old Cathedral, in Coimbra is a Romanesque and Gothic masterpiece dating back to the 12th century. With its imposing architecture and historic significance, it served as the city's main cathedral for centuries until the construction of the current Coimbra Cathedral. The Sé Velha continues to be a captivating site, offering a glimpse into Portugal's medieval religious heritage."
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"Sé Velha was consecrated in 1184, although the rest of the building was not yet finished and, in 1185, the second king of Portugal, D. Sancho I, was crowned there. It is the only Romanesque Portuguese cathedral, from the era, that survived relatively intact until to our days."
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