Erasmus Porto

14/11/2023

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24/10/2023

22/10/2023

The Castelo de São Jorge stands majestically above Lisbon and is one of the finest tourist attractions in the city✨🧡

The castle is entwined in Lisbon’s early history. It saw the fall of the Romans to the Visigoths, experienced the fierce conflicts between the Arabs and Christians, survived formidable sieges by the Castilians and witnessed the birth of Portugal as a seafaring nation. This varied and turbulent history is reflected throughout the castle. There are heavily fortified battlements, medieval royal quarters and seaward views, which inspired exploration within Portuguese kings👑

For visitors, the Castelo de São Jorge is a fascinating tourist attraction, and this is in part due to a major restoration performed in the 1940s. This project completely rebuilt the ramparts, embellished the watchtowers, and added tranquil gardens within the courtyards. The restoration may not be historically accurate, but it certainly enhances the visitor experience and provides you with a lot to discover within the complex🥰☀️

22/10/2023

Join us to discover the Capital of Portugal!✨

It is said that the sun shines for 300 days per year in Lisbon… Come with us and discover this amazing city, full of authenticity and past, where the old customs and ancient history are mixed with the most diverse cultures, modernity and innovation!☀️

Lisbon is famous for its hospitality and mix of diverse cultures, since the middle ages! Visit the medieval neighbourhoods and be surprised with amazing views at each street, a mix of colourful tiles, houses, great food and impressive viewpoints spread throughout the city!🌇

Observe Lisbon from the other bank of the Tejo and admire its beauty by day, and by night enjoy the most exciting nightlife experience in Lisbon's Bairro Alto, a little neighbourhood that comes to life when it gets dark, with over 300 bars!🎉🥳

📅 WHEN? October 28th at 6:30 AM
📍 WHERE? Outside Trindade Metro Station
💰 COST? 90€ Early Bird; 110€ Standard Ticket
📝 MORE INFO? https://www.erasmuslifeporto.com/trip-to-lisbon-28-to-29-10✨

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21/10/2023

Avenida dos Aliados, or Liberty Square could be considered as the Heart of Porto. Located in center this elongated square is surrounded by several restaurants and banks. Places of interest on the square are the City Hall of Porto and The Monument of Dom Pedro IV in the middle of the square. 🗿🏛️

Besides these the avenue has many other several monuments along its entire length. At its other end is the impressive palatial building of the Porto City Council, with a 70-meter tall tower, a symbol of the city's power. 🦾

The name of this central boulevard translates as "Avenue of the Allies" and this refers to the treaty between Portugal and the United Kingdom in the 14th century. 🕰️

21/10/2023

🏄‍♀️ Do you wanna try out and live the full experience of the Surfing lifestyle? Let’s go! 🌊

Ride the Waves, Feel the Freedom, and Make Memories to Last a Lifetime. 🤙

📅 WHEN? October 27th at 11:30 AM
📍 WHERE? Meeting point - FISH Surf School
💰 COST? 12,50€
📝 MORE INFO? https://www.erasmuslifeporto.com/surf-experience-27-10-2023 ✨

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20/10/2023

Get ready to have a spooktacular night!👻🎃

The Spookiest Night is here! Dress up in your scariest costume and haunt Adega Sports Bar with us! Cheap drinks and plenty of fun!🥳🍸

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20/10/2023

Did you know it is the only place in Europe where you can visit the arch of a bridge?! Come experience climbing an iconic building that marks the city's horizon with the sea!🌊

Come with us to climb the arch of the Arrábida Bridge and enjoy the amazing views, well worth the effort!🌅

It is the only place in Europe where you can visit the arch of a bridge, experiencing an iconic building; it is the only national monument of the 20th century in Porto✨
Accompanied by a guide and all the safety equipment; even those with vertigo can climb!💪

At the top we enjoy unique views of Porto and Gaia, in a quiet and relaxing place that opens to the public for the first time in 53 years😍

📅 WHEN? October 26th at 5 PM
📍 WHERE? Porto Bridge Climb - Rua do Ouro 680
💰 COST? 15€
📝 MORE INFO? https://www.erasmuslifeporto.com/porto-bridge-climb-26-10...
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19/10/2023

Praça do Comércio is one of the most beautiful squares in all Europe, opening southwards onto the huge Tagus estuary✨

Until the era of mass aviation, this was Lisbon´s great reception hall for visitors arriving by sea even better able to enjoy its beauty from their vantage points on slowly docking vessels. It was at the dock here that the Kings and Heads of State would disembark when visiting Portugal👑

Prior to the 1755 earthquake, it was called the Terreiro do Paço (Royal Yard). The Royal Palace had been sited on the western side of the square since the 16th century when king Manuel transferred the court down from the Castle of São Jorge (St. George)🤴⭐️
In 1580, Filipe I of Portugal ordered the building of a new square with the work the responsibility of Filippo Terzi and Juan Herrera.

Everything was destroyed by the earthquake. The name Praça do Comércio (Commercial Square) belongs to the Pombal era and represents the new social order that the minister to king José I wanted to favour and promote: the trading, financial and bourgeois classes that had contributed so much to rebuilding the city🌇

In the geometric centre of the Square, and facing the river, there is a statue of José I, mounted on his horse Gentil, the work of sculptor Machado de Castro🤎

19/10/2023

The Spookiest Night is here! 🎃

After haunting Adega Sports Bar in your scariest costume, join us to continue the party at Plano B! 💃🕺

Halloween Party Check-in: 9h30 to 11 PM
Costume Contest: 11h30 PM
Group Entry at Plano B: 1 AM
Get ready for a fun and terror filled night! ☠️

All participants must have the Halloween Haunted House Party Ticket! ⭐
A Costume is not mandatory but it is fun and recommended! 🎉

📅 WHEN? October 31st from 9h30 PM
📍 WHERE? Adega Sports Bar (City Center)
💰 COST? Early Bird tickets are already on sale for 5€!
📝 MORE INFO? https://www.erasmuslifeporto.com/halloween-haunted-house-party-31-10-23 ✨

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18/10/2023

Have you ever tried hiking in Porto? 🌿🎒

Hiking area called Parque Valongo is just 30 min drive away from the city center of Porto. One of the trails is called Trilho do Rio Ferreira which is accessible to everyone due to it's short distance and little steepness. It's close to the Simão and the Ferreira River and it takes an average of 1 hours 30 minutes to complete. Hiking areas of Valongo are very popular for bird watching, hiking and mountain biking, so you're likely to meet other people as you explore. 🤸

The trail is open all year round and is interesting to visit at any time. For all the nature lovers, adventure seekers or people who just want to have a moment in nature, try this trail! 🌳🍂

18/10/2023

17/10/2023

The Spookiest Night is here!💀

Dress up in your scariest costume and haunt Adega Sports Bar with us! Cheap drinks and plenty of fun!👻🎃

📅 WHEN? October 31st from 9h30 PM
📍 WHERE? Adega Sports Bar (City Center)
💰 COST? Early Bird tickets are already on sale for 5€!
📝 MORE INFO? https://www.erasmuslifeporto.com/halloween-haunted-house... ✨

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16/10/2023

Have you ever tried bridge climbing in Porto? ✨

Did you know that Porto is the only place in Europe that allows you to climb a bridge? There are only few places around the world that allow bridge climbing. We could consider ourselves lucky to have a chance for such an unique experience! ☘️⭐️

Porto has multiple bridges but one of them, Arrábida Bridge, is the only one that allows locals and tourists to climb the bridge. The activity is accompanied by a guide and all the safety equipment; just remember to wear flat shoes! 🤸‍♂️

At the top there is a chance to enjoy unique views of Porto and Gaia, in a quiet and relaxing place that has opened to the public for the first time in 53 years! ✨

16/10/2023

Sing, sip, repeat! 🎉

Ladies and Gentlemen... Have you ever thought about being a SUPERSTAR?! A Pop Idol?!! An international singer ready to shine?! 🔥

Have you ever been jealous of Mariah Carey, Queen, Backstreet Boys, Spice Girls, or inspired by them to sing in the shower?

This is your chance to enjoy all the pleasure of being a STAR!

📅 WHEN? October 25th at 10 PM
📍 WHERE? Adega Sports Bar
💰 COST? FREE event!
📝 MORE INFO? Check our bio! ✨

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15/10/2023

Braga, located in North Portugal, is regarded as the religious centre of the country and is a fascinating city that combines a proud history with outstanding tourist attractions. 📸

👇🏻Here are three facts about Braga you didn't probably know:

🌟 It was the capital of a Roman Empire’s province: The location where Braga is today was turned into a city in 16 b.C. by Romans, who gave it the name of Bracara Augusta. Later, it became the capital of an extensive province that includes all the Northwest of the Peninsula. 🏙️

🌟 Braga is the oldest city in Portugal, and probably, one of the oldest in the world. It has been a city for over 2 thousand years and, throughout so many centuries, it was a part of very important facts to Portuguese History and even European. ☀️

🌟 It has one of the best universities of the country: In 1973, the University of Minho, was founded one of the best “new Portuguese universities”. 🏫

15/10/2023

Finally want to be able to "shoot" your class or housemates? Now you can!😜

Safe Paintball for everyone, in an huge indoor space where we can play either the sun shines or with rain, with guaranteed fun and maximum adrenaline!🔥

Come join us for this different but adrenaline fuelled afternoon at Milícia Urbana Indoor Paintball and play with or against your friends!🔫

📅 WHEN? October 24th at 5:30 PM
📍 WHERE? Milícia Urbana Indoor Paintball
💰 COST? Standard Ticket 200 paintballs - 15€
Standard Ticket 300 paintballs - 19€
Standard Ticket 500 paintballs - 24€
📝 MORE INFO? https://www.erasmuslifeporto.com/erasmus-paintball-experience-24-10-2023✨

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14/10/2023

The picturesque little town of Pinhão in the heart of Douro's port and wine-producing area is well worth visiting, as a day trip from Porto or as part of a road trip throughout the region. The wine town of Pinhão is surrounded by vineyards that produce the world’s best Port wine, as well as Douro table wines. Located about 20 kilometers upriver from Regua, the town holds one of the most iconic train stations filled with traditional azulejo tiles✨💙

The road between Peso de Regua to Pinhão has been proclaimed as the best drive in the world. A "Daily Mail" article acclaimed the N222 as having "17 miles, 93 bends and breathtaking views of the Douro Valley". The train journey here too has been heralded as one of the most picturesque in the world. Both routes follow the course of the river as it winds its way through the terrace cut hills⛰️🚞

From tasting some of the best wine in the world to boat tours along the gorgeous Douro river, Pinhão offers a unique experience. Featuring outstanding hotels with poolside views of the hillside vineyards and unforgettable cuisine🍇🍷

14/10/2023

If you are an Erasmus Student in Porto, you must already know this game... have you been practicing?! 🌃🍻

Join us at Adega Sports Bar for this Beer Pong Tournament! 🎉

Registrations are individual, but we will have teams of 2 participants. If you come alone, we will find you a partner! 🤟

📅 WHEN? October 23rd at 6 PM
📍 WHERE? Meeting point - Adega Sports Bar (City Center)
💰 COST? 7€
📝 MORE INFO? https://www.erasmuslifeporto.com/beer-pong-tournament-23-10-2023 ✨

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13/10/2023

Parque das Virtudes was projected by José Marques Loureiro (1830-1898), it was bought in 1965 by the City Council of Porto and, in 1998, restoration works were carried out✨

One of the particularities of this garden is the fact of being vertical, in other words, it stretches out on the steep slope terraces, and therefore, from almost every part of it, there is a unique view over the Alfândega (Customs Building), the river Douro and Vila Nova de Gaia😍

Parque das Virtudes is the perfect place to end the day enjoying a fabulous sunset over the Douro River🌅

13/10/2023

Let's hike the Rio Ferreira Trail! 🎒

Do you want to spend a day surrounded by nature, discovering beautiful views and spots? 🐝 Join us at Trilho do Rio Ferreira! 🌿🍄

This mountain trail is perfect for everyone, no need to be trained! 💪

📅 WHEN? October 21st at 9AM
📍 WHERE? Meeting Point: São Bento Train Station
💰 COST? FREE EVENT!
Public transportation 1.80€ (each way) + €0.50 for the train card
With Andante Metropolitan Pass the the trip is included to the monthly price!
📝 MORE INFO? https://www.erasmuslifeporto.com/valongo-hiking-experience-21-10-23

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