Porto - The Invicta City

Informazioni

Porto is undoubtedly a magical city, full of stories and mysteries, which you are going to explore through the Invicta City Game! 
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Within this playlist, you will be involved in one of the most important periods of the history of our City and help D. Pedro IV to fulfill his dying wish! 
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This playlist has 3 main Activities in 3 very special locations! Each Activity will have a set of challenges that you will need to fulfill successfully in order to unlock the Activity Badge, and aim for the last and most important badge of all: The Invictus Knight! 
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Porto has a motto that pretty much tells a lot about its history: Antiga (Ancient), Mui Nobre (Very Noble), Sempre Leal (Always Loyal) e Invicta (and Undefeated) Cidade do Porto. Shortly, Porto is known as the Invicta, meaning that the city was never defeated!
But let’s go back to the 19th century to understand the origins of this famous title:
Porto never accepted the rise of the absolutist D. Miguel to power (1828) and when D. Pedro took command of the Liberal movement, he found a powerful ally in the people of the city.
 
Between July 1832 and August 1833, Porto City was completely surrounded by the troops of D. Miguel - “the Siege of Porto”, and its people fought back with all the strength, bravery and brightness until the troops retreated in defeat! 
 
After the so-called Liberal War, a “new Portugal'' was born under the command of a liberal king - D. Pedro IV. Nevertheless, the Soldier King didn’t have much time to enjoy its victory, as he died from an infectious disease in 1835. His last will was to give his heart to the City of Porto, and a thankful act to its brave people, that should be placed in the most special place! 
 
As D. Pedro IV couldn’t deliver his heart personally, you’ll be the Knight that will have this responsibility! Facing many challenges, solving mysteries and collecting historical evidence, you’ll find just the right place to deliver D. Pedro’s heart!  
   
“Porto is not only a place… It’s a feeling!”
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Attività da completare

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S. Bento Expedition

Obbligatorio

45 minuti

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Sé Neighborhood Expedition

Obbligatorio

1 ora

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Informazioni

This activity takes place in the most fortified place in the City of Porto, and with the biggest historical significance. As the Knights of D. Pedro IV, you will be asked to return to “Sé” and fulfill 4 challenges that will lead the way of your mission.. 
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Once you successfully complete the challenges ahead of you and will upload evidence, you will unlock the Knight of Sé Badge!
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Standing in a higher ground, with fortified walls and the best view for all the City, “Sé” has been the place of safety, refuge, faith and hope throughout the centuries! 
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During the Siege of Porto, the troops of D. Pedro IV gathered in Terreiro da Sé, finding here the support of the Bishop and the help of the people living in the surroundings - Sé Neighborhood. Thanks to the fortified walls, to the strategic views of its enemies movements, to the blessings of the Saint of Vandoma, and to the bravery of the people, they could resist the Siege for more than 1 year!  
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Therefore, Sé Neighborhood has a special place in D. Pedros’ heart, that could not have a deserved rest without a final goodbye.
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Challenge 1: 
The Sé Area was surrounded by medieval walls built in the XI-XII centuries, that protected the City from invasions. 
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One part of this medieval wall is “hidden at plain sight”, marking the entrance of Sé. 
Find out where it is, and what is the Portuguese name for it?
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Challenge 2:
Built in the highest part of the city, the Sé Cathedral of Porto is the most important religious building in Porto. It is located in the Terreiro da Sé, next to the walls that protected the city in the past. The exterior of the building resembles a fortress / castle.
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Inside this cathedral, there’s a famous image of the Saint that is the Patroness of the City, and is represented in the Coat of Arms. Who is this Saint? 
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Challenge 3:
There are some essential things that helped people from Porto survive the most intense Siege: 
Water, food, strength, bravery, faith, and a good dose of wine…. 
Find where the “Taberna da Sé” is located - one of the oldest Taverns in town! 
Even though it is a typical small Tavern, it has 2 doors from 2 different streets! So…. What is the official address of “Taberna da Sé”?
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Challenge 4:
On your way down, you will pass by the remains of one of the 4 Doors of the City within the Fortress: The door of Sant’Ana, that was geared towards access to the riverside and commercial area of ​​the city.
What is the name of the Saint in this place? Take a picture of it!
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Now that you have completed all the challenges of Sé Neighborhood Expedition, you are one step closer to delivering the precious heart of D. Pedro IV to its rightful place! 
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For the next activity. keep going down down down, always following the same side as your heart is……
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The Knight of Sé Ottieni questo badge

If you have unlocked the 2nd Badge, you’re a true Knight of Sé! 
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This Badge represents the successful exploration of the heart of the City, where D. Pedro IV fought together with Porto inhabitants! 
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Your bravery, strength and courage to face and solve any challenges will take you far…
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Attività

Task n.1

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In order to unlock the Knight of Sé Badge, you need to successfully fulfill 4 challenges! 
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Luogo

Terreiro da Sé, 4050-573 Porto, Portugal

Ribeira Expedition

Obbligatorio

1 ora

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Attività: 3

Iniziato: 5

Playlist completata: 0

Tempo di completamento: 2 ore 45 minuti

Organizzatori

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