The Queima das Fitas (portuguese for Burning of the Ribbons) is a traditional festivity of the students of some portuguese universities, organized originally by the students of the University of Coimbra.
Coimbra's Queima das Fitas, the oldest and most famous, is organized by a students' commission formed by members of the students' union Associação Académica de Coimbra. Celebrating the end of graduation courses, symbolized by the ritual burning of the ribbons representing each faculty, it takes place at the begining of the second semester (around May), being probably the biggest student party in Europe. It lasts for 8 days, one for each Faculty: Humanities, Law, Medicine, Science, Pharmacy, Economics, Psychology and Sports. During this period, a series of concerts and performances are held, turning Coimbra in a lively and vibrant city.
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