Portugal with Michael Portillo
Aveiro and Coimbra
Season 1 Episode 5 of 6
Michael Portillo's journey continues in two cities. He begins in Aveiro, a city of canals and brightly decorated boats, renowned as the Portuguese Venice. He enjoys the local food and discovers a historic connection between the city's patron saint, Princess Joanna, and England's King Richard III. He then drive to one of the country's most important cities, Coimbra. Portugal's first capital in 1139, it was once the centre of a mighty Roman province
Portugal with Michael Portillo airs on 5 +1 at 9:00 PM, Saturday 29 March. (New, subtitles.)
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Education ➝ Science ➝ Factual Topics
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Robin Leach
Series Director
Charlie Bunce
Executive Producer