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Fascinating facts and trivia about the city of Porto
Porto offers amazing peculiarities that make it what it is and always has been: unique. From its name – Porto – to the reason why its inhabitants are called “tripeiros”, get to know some of the most fascinating aspects of The Invicta.
See the Sea Monsters running loose at the Rectory of the University of Porto
The Rectory building of the University of Porto hosts an incredible exhibition made of waste collected in the beaches of the Invicta. Sea Monsters ("Monstros Marinhos”) is the theme of the exhibit jointly organized by the Interdisciplinary Center of Maritime and Environmental Investigation (CIIMAR) and the campaign Ocean Action Hub.
Outdoor time to boost stamina amid the pandemic on weekend mornings
The sports municipal programmes, organised by Ágora, are approved by the health authorities, and the weekend programmes still offer free sessions. On 21st November, the Days with Energy (Dias com Energia) programme offers Pilates, Yoga, and Tai chi, in four areas in town. On 22nd November there is the Sundays in Shape (Domingos em Forma) programme features a walk through the Oriental Park.
Alumnus of the Faculty of Architecture of the UP is the Emergent Architect of the Year 2020, by dezeen
The studio SUMMARY, led by architect Samuel Gonçalves, alumnus of the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Porto (FAUP), won the prestigious dezeen Awards 2020 in the category “Emerging Architect of the Year”.
U. Porto cooperates with the new Chamber of Commerce Portugal-China SME
The U.Porto and the recently created Chamber of Commerce Portugal-China SME (CCPC-PME) signed a cooperation agreement on 19th November, with the purpose of implementing joint programmes and initiatives in the scientific, cultural areas and recruitment of foreign students.
The Municipality of Porto launches business support line “Revitaliza Porto.”
Starting this Friday, economic operators in town can count on the specialised service of the support line “Revitaliza Porto”. This is a free support service launched by the Municipality of Porto, via InvestPorto, whose goal is to support the business community in the city of Porto in the response to the pandemic crisis.
Porto is spotlighted as number one Best of the World 2021 (and beyond) cultural experience destination
National Geographic Traveller UK states that “whether you’re interested in the arts, culinary culture or history, 2021 brings a host of new museums, festivals and anniversaries to mark”, and Porto is the number one choice in the eight shortlisted places.
Cultura em Expansão is back as of 23rd November in two new locations in town
Starting on 23rd November, the "Cultura em Expansão" is back to two new venues and wit new timetables. All events are to take place in Passos Manuel and the Hard Club. The closing performance still features at Theatre Rivoli, with Blind Zero and the Orquestra Juvenil da Bonjóia. Also, to comply with the mandatory curfew, the performances’ schedule was altered and will start earlier than usual.
Bolhão Market new vendor space applications conclude tomorrow
Tomorrow, 20th November, is the deadline of the "Abanca-te no Bolhão" campaign, [“Trading at Bolhão” (free translation)] as regards the application period to hold a vendor place at the restored and renovated Bolhão Market. There are 42 new stalls, 6 restaurants and 12 stores. The application is available at the digital platform for public tenders (concursos/compras públicos(as)) AcinGov (www.acingov.pt), which provides all the necessary information. Applications must be submitted until 11.59pm.
Porto/Post/Doc arrives tomorrow: catch it online or in-person
Porto/Post/Doc 2020 theme is alterations, a society that is forever changing the way things are perceived, be it on politics, economy, society and technology. This year’s edition is (rightfully) themed “A Cidade do Depois” ["The After City", free translation], and takes place between 20 and 29 November, in venues such as Rivoli, Passos Manuel, Porto Planetarium and Escola das Artes of the Universidade Católica. Programming is featured both online and in-person.