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Portugal - Coimbra - 2005

This is a view from within the main courtyard (chapel) of the Se Velha, or main cathedral of Coimbra.  Looking more like a fort than cathedral because it was built in the 12th century when the Moors were still a threat.  It is a simple and traditional cathedral.

There is a “Se Cathedral” (The Church) in every city.  It is the BIG OLD one.  Sort of like in the east, “The City” is New York; on the west coast it is San Francisco.