Coimbra continued

After the new Cathedral Lynne agreed to some science at the various museums scattered around the University.

First was Physics and chemistry, a lot of the exibits were interactive and were great fun even though we were getting a little tired by this point!

the next museum was a no brainer, Natural history, Lynne loves creatures, I was a little concerned that dead ones might not hold the same appeal but I had forgotten the pull that lynne feels for the bizarre and she was soon drawn to the two headed animal section.

I however was drawn to the large cetacean skeletons of a Baleen whale and Orca.

I loved the way the skeletons reflected on the ceiling.....

The exhibits go on for gallery after gallery and are fascinating but by this time we were flagging a little and were feeling the need for coffee and food.

We descended from the lofty heights and returned to the town, we were lucky enough to finish up at a square with probably the most famous cafe in Coimbra. The cafe Santa Cruz.

This was built right next to the church of Santa Cruz and has been in its present form since 1923 however has been in various forms on site since 1530.

This is the view from a table as you chill and enjoy a snack or beverage (as we did)
we later eat in a resteraunt tucked away in the far corner. This is the church of Santa cruz.

And this is the inside of the cafe.........

We wandered around a little of the town and realised we would have to return as there was literally too much to see in a day.

We discovered the "Fado " district where it is possible to listen to this traditional Portuguese music, slightly melancholic but very beautiful non the less.

We wandered back towards the Largo na Praca and enjoyed a lovely meal before catching the train home.

The reason my steak is raw is I have yet to cook it n a hot rock!

Here is a video of the day..........