Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Coimbra > Coimbra > Coimbra > Calhabé
D. Ernesto Sena de Oliveira Street is located in the Calhabé area, an urbanization in Coimbra distinguished by its more recent development. This area of the city presents a predominantly residential and modern environment, in contrast to the historic center. Its location allows one to observe a more contemporary side of Coimbra, characterized by buildings and spaces that reflect the urban growth of recent decades.
This street's designation pays homage to D. Ernesto Sena de Oliveira (1892-1972), a prominent figure in the Portuguese Catholic Church. He was Bishop of Coimbra for nearly two decades, between 1948 and 1967, a period during which he left a significant mark on the diocese. During his episcopate, D. Ernesto Sena de Oliveira boosted Catholic Action and oversaw the remodeling of several buildings linked to the city's Seminary. His name, inscribed in the local toponymy, recalls his dedication to the Coimbra community and to religious life.
Immersed in Calhabé's urban fabric, D. Ernesto Sena de Oliveira Street offers a glimpse into Coimbra's daily life beyond its most renowned tourist spots. It is a space that reflects the city's evolution, with architecture that aligns with 20th-century urban planning. The environment is generally tranquil, inviting a calmer and more contemplative experience of the city, allowing observation of local routines and the development of a residential area with its own identity.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.1998074,-8.4204262
Coordinates DMS: 40°11'59.3"N 08°25'13.5"W
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