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Sé Neighborhood Expedition
Terreiro da Sé, 4050-573 Porto, Portugal
Sé Neighborhood Expedition
Terreiro da Sé, 4050-573 Porto, Portugal
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You have completed your first expedition at São Bento and proved that you have what it takes to continue D. Pedro’s mission.
But the heart still has a long journey ahead.
Your next destination takes you uphill, towards one of the oldest, most fortified and historically significant areas of Porto: the Sé Neighbourhood.
As Knights carrying D. Pedro IV’s precious heart through the city, your team must explore the area around Porto Cathedral and successfully complete 4 new challenges. Here, observation, orientation and teamwork will be essential.
Complete all four challenges and submit the required evidence to unlock the Knight of Sé Badge — bringing you one step closer to discovering where D. Pedro’s heart truly belongs.
Discover the Sé Neighbourhood
Standing on high ground overlooking the city, the Sé area has represented protection, refuge, faith and hope throughout centuries of Porto’s history.
Its defensive position, walls and views over the surrounding areas made it one of the city’s most strategic locations.
During the Siege of Porto, this area became closely associated with the resistance of D. Pedro IV’s Liberal forces and the people of Porto.
Protected by its elevated position and surrounded by a community determined to resist, the Sé Neighbourhood became another important part of the story of the Invicta City.
For that reason, D. Pedro’s heart cannot continue its journey without passing through this historic place.
But history will not reveal itself easily. You will have to find it.
Challenge 1 — Hidden in Plain Sight
The Sé area was once protected by medieval defensive walls.
Although much has changed over the centuries, part of Porto’s old fortifications can still be found near the entrance to the Sé area — almost hidden in plain sight.
Your challenge is to find it.
What is the Portuguese name of this historical structure?
Record your answer as your first piece of evidence.
Challenge 2 — Protector of the City
Built on one of the highest points of Porto, Porto Cathedral — Sé do Porto — is one of the city’s most important religious buildings.
Its imposing exterior even resembles a fortress, reminding visitors of the defensive importance of this part of the city.
Inside the Cathedral, you can find an image of the Patroness and protector of Porto, whose presence is also linked to the city's identity and symbols.
Your challenge: Who is this Saint?
Find the answer inside, or if the Cathedral is closed, maybe you can ask around... and record her name.
Challenge 3 — Survival in the Invicta City
Surviving a siege required many things: water, food, strength, courage, faith… and perhaps a good dose of wine!
Now it is time to explore the streets surrounding the Cathedral.
Find Taberna da Sé, a traditional small tavern hidden within the neighbourhood.
It may look simple, but there is something unusual about it: the tavern can be accessed from two different streets.
Your challenge is to discover: What is the official address of Taberna da Sé?
Record the complete address as your third piece of evidence.
Challenge 4 — The Lost Gate
Your journey now begins to take you downhill.
As you leave the Sé area, search for the place connected to one of the historical entrances to the fortified city: the Gate of Sant’Ana, which once provided access towards the riverside and Porto’s commercial areas.
Some traces and memories of this old gateway remain in the neighbourhood.
Your final challenge is: Find the Saint associated with this place and take a photograph of it.
Keep the photograph as evidence of your discovery.
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Your journey continues...
You have now completed all four challenges of the Sé Neighbourhood Expedition.
D. Pedro’s heart has passed through another place that helped shape the history and identity of the Invicta City.
You are getting closer.
But its final destination is still waiting to be discovered.
For your next expedition... keep going down, down, down through the old streets of Porto.
And whenever you have to choose your direction, remember what you are carrying.
Follow the same side as your heart. ❤️
The mission continues.
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The Knight of Sé Get this badge
The Knight of Sé Badge recognises the successful completion of the Sé Neighbourhood Expedition and another important stage of The Invicta City Game.
By earning this Badge, the participant has explored one of Porto’s oldest historical areas and discovered how its location, fortifications, religious heritage and surrounding community contributed to the identity of the Invicta City.
During the expedition, the participant demonstrated the ability to:
* navigate independently through an urban environment;
* observe and identify historical and cultural elements;
* follow clues and interpret information connected to local heritage;
* connect places and monuments with stories from Porto’s past;
* search for information in a real-life environment;
* document discoveries through written and photographic evidence;
* cooperate with other team members to solve location-based challenges.
Earning the Knight of Sé Badge confirms that the participant has successfully completed all four challenges and is ready to carry D. Pedro’s heart towards the next stage of its journey.
Another part of Porto explored. Another step towards completing D. Pedro’s final wish.
Tasks
Task no.1
Evidence verified by: one activity organiser
To earn the Knight of Sé Badge, successfully complete all four challenges of the Sé Neighbourhood Expedition.
Task 1 — Hidden in Plain Sight
Find the historical defensive structure near the entrance to the Sé area and discover its Portuguese name.
Task 2 — Protector of the City
Explore Porto Cathedral and identify the Saint associated with the protection and identity of the City of Porto.
Task 3 — Survival in the Invicta City
Find Taberna da Sé and discover its official address.
Task 4 — The Lost Gate
Find the place connected to the former Gate of Sant’Ana, identify the Saint associated with it and take a photograph.
Evidence to submit
To validate the Badge, submit:
- The Portuguese name of the historical defensive structure found in Challenge 1.
- The name of the Saint identified during Challenge 2.
- The official address of Taberna da Sé found during Challenge 3.
- A photograph of the Saint/place discovered during Challenge 4.
All four pieces of evidence must be submitted to unlock the Knight of Sé Badge.
Location
Terreiro da Sé, 4050-573 Porto, Portugal
Organisers
Jumpinhub
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