Dynamics & Applications
in honour of Mauricio Peixoto and David Rand

September 8-12, 2008
Universidade do Minho, Braga, PORTUGAL

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Social program

A short visit to Bom-Jesus, in Braga, followed by a trip to Guimarães The Sanctuary of Bom-Jesus (14th century) is a hilltop pilgrimage site known by its impressive granite staircase with zigzag shape and a baroque church at the top. It represents an important touristic attraction in Minho.
Guimarães is a medievel town recognized as being one of the most interesting places in Portugalwhose history is strongly connected to the foundation of the Portuguese Nation. In Guimarães we will visit the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza (15th century) which is classified as a National Monument and shows a great influence of the manorial architecture of the Northern Europe. It is also possible to visit the Castle (10th century) and the Historic Centre of the city (world heritage classified area) with the ancient Squares of Oliveira and Santiago and the Old Town Council Chambers.

Date: September 10th (Wednesday).

Fare: 30 € per person.

Meals: Dinner included (tradional Portuguese food).

Tour Highlights: Bom-Jesus (Braga); Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, Castle and Historic Centre (Guimarães).

Itinerary:
14h00 - Departure from Av. Central (Braga) to Bom-Jesus.
15h30 - Departure to Guimarães.
16h30 - Visit to the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza.
18h00 - Trip to the Castle or to the Guimarães Historic Centre.
20h00 - Dinner in Guimarães in honour of Maurício Peixoto and David Rand.
23h00 - Return to Braga (Av. Central).

To apply, please, send an email to dynappl2008@math.uminho.pt.

Castelo de Guimaraes
 
Castelo de Guimarães