PT-359938 Centro Cultural Vila Flor

In the city of Guimarães in Portugal, events such as movie screenings, cafe concerts, theatre and art exhibits are held mainly at the Centro Cultural Vila Flor (Vila Flor Cultural Centre) which is the main cultural outlet in this city. This striking modern building which is added onto a converted 18th-century palace was completed in September 2005.

The converted 18^th century palace is the Vila Flor Palace built by Thaddeus Luis Antonio Lopes de Carvalho Fonseca and Camões. This building later passed into the possession of the Jordan family, who completed the work begun by Thaddeus Luis.  The palace is a landmark building in the unfolding of the history of Guimarães . 

The Vila Flor Cultural Centre is the result of the restoration of Vila Flor Palace and its Gardens. The Vila Flor Cultural Centre has a large auditorium with a capacity of about 800 seats and a small auditorium with 200 seats.  The new building also houses a restaurant, Café Concert and administrative offices.  The restored palace, with an exhibition area of about 1000 square metres, also houses the headquarters of the Municipal Assembly.

Short notes on Guimarães

Guimarães is a northern Portuguese city located in the district of Braga. It has a population of more than 52,000 inhabitants. Guimarães is an historical city that had an important role in the formation of Portugal and it was settled in the 9th century.  Its historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This postcard came from Sandrina (22 May 2014) Postcrossing