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Fado ao Centro
CultureVisit: ~60 min
Venue in Coimbra devoted to Coimbra fado, which differs from Lisbon's: it is sung by men, traditionally university students, with the Coimbra guitar and the Portuguese guitar. It is heard in a small venue in the historic centre, where the origin and style of this fado are explained.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Fado ao Centro: 2 missions
- Hear Coimbra fado liveAttend a fado session and notice the Coimbra guitar and how this style is sung.
- Learn the difference from Lisbon fadoAsk, or pay attention to the explanation, about what distinguishes Coimbra fado from Lisbon's.
Near Fado ao Centro
Almedina Arch and Tower28 m awaySé Velha of Coimbra76 m awayChurch of Santiago102 m awayCafé Santa Cruz218 m awayMonastery of Santa Cruz235 m awayMachado de Castro National Museum247 m away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Fado ao Centro?
Allow about 1 h for the visit.
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