WEST PORTO AND THE BOAVISTA AREA
Besides the historic legacy for which it is well known,
Porto also explores its identity in terms of sophistication and
contemporariness to which, undeniably. Serralves Foundation and Casa da Musica
contribute as both architectural icons and as a cultural offer.
Serralves Foundation is comprised of the Contemporary Art
Musuem,Villa and Park.The museum, which the building was designed by the
architect Siza Vieira, has a representative collection of Portuguese and
international contemporary art.
Casa Da Music, designed by Rem Koolhaass has become an icon
of contemporary architecture, attracting visitors from all over the world. Some
streets down you can find the unique and innovative Vodafone building, designed
the architects Jose Antonio Barbsa and Pedro Guimaraes.
It is also in the
Boasvista area that it is now part of the Business District and where you can
find other buildings of architectural value. Along the Avenida da Boavista you
will find some of the best known international brand shops with their select
and exclusive offer. For a more relaxed atmosphere, the Bom Sucesso Market has
in a single space, options of leisure,shopping, a wide gastronomic variety and
cultural events.
Also, the numerous parks are located in this area are great
for walking, outside of the most known
areas of Porto.The Botanical Garden and the Gardens of Palacio de Cristal are
perfect to get lost on, surrounded by romanticism and breathtaking vistas.Still
in the Botanical Garden, the Hall of Biodiversity is a must see place!
You must also visit the Pharmacy Museum, whose collection
includes objects of rare historical , artistic
anthropological and scientific value. Another 2 landmarks of this area,
representative of the city’s diversity, are the Bessa XXI Stadium and the
Kadoorie Mekor Haim Synagogue.
The first, headquarters of Boavista Futebol
Clube, features a typical English architecture and f the weather permits,
watching one of the football matches is always a unique experience. You must
also visit the Synagogue.This temple is the largest of the Iberian Peninsula
and also houses the Jewish Musuem of Porto.
This area of Porto allows you to travel around the world,
without leaving the city!
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