Miragaia (Porto)

For the dinosaur genus, see Miragaia (dinosaur).
Miragaia
Parish

Coat of arms
Country Portugal
Municipality Porto
Disbanded 2013
Area
  Total 0.43 km2 (0.17 sq mi)
Population (2011)
  Total 2,067
  Density 4,800/km2 (12,000/sq mi)

Miragaia (Portuguese pronunciation: [miɾɐˈɡajɐ]) is a former civil parish in the municipality of Porto, Portugal. In 2013, the parish merged into the new parish Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória.[1] The population in 2011 was 2,067,[2] in an area of 0.43 km².[3]

Local landmarks include Santo António Hospital, the ancient city walls of Porto, built by Ferdinand I and several palaces and churches.

Palace of Sereias

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Coordinates: 41°08′46″N 8°37′12″W / 41.146°N 8.620°W / 41.146; -8.620


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