Aveiro

Aveiro is a city on the west coast of Portugal founded next to a lagoon known as Ria de Aveiro. It is distinguished by its canals navigated by colorful boats (moliceiro boats), traditionally used to harvest seaweed. Not far from the center, known for its art nouveau style buildings, is the Aveiro Cathedral, with its prominent bell tower. The Aveiro Museum, located in a former convent, has an extravagant tomb made of marble