Sights in Alentejo

Castles in Estremoz

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Estremoz is divided into 2: the lower and upper commercial area and it is surrounded by medieval walls, and has a maze of winding

Historical Monuments in Borba

Fountain of the Jets

On the way to Vila Viçosa, we crossed Borba, and the first thing we noticed was this fountain. It's called das Bicas and is huge,

Castles in Elvas

Nossa Senhora da Graça Fort

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Although it's in ruins, it's somewhere that I recommend if you visit Elvas. Situated on a hill, a little way out of town, with spe

Churches in Vila Viçosa

Augustinians Church

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The Augustinian church is just on the other side of the Royal Palace, separated only by the palace square. The Augustinian monast

Churches in Estremoz

Church of San Francisco

In the heart of the square of the Fighters of the Second World War, stands the church of San Francisco, the first thing that calls

Historical Monuments in Elvas

Amoreira Aqueduct

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The colossal Amoreira Aqueduct is located in the town of Elvas, not far from the citadel, and was one of the most interesting plac

Historical Monuments in Évora

Agua de Prata Aqueduct

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Évora is one of the most beautiful cities in all of Portugal and is certainly the best known in Alentejo. At a distance it stands

Wineries in Estremoz

Encostas of Estremoz

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The region of Alentejo, in Portugal, is famous for several reasons. One is its wine. The Alentejo wine, characteristic also for it

Historical Monuments in Castelo de Vide

Villa Fountain

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The Villa Fountain is one of the most visited places in this charming village. It's in the Jewish quarter, down the hill. It's a 1

Statues in Castelo de Vide

Don Pedro V Statue

The statue of D. Pedro V, is located in the square which shares its name. The statue was erected in honor of the king, who visited

Churches in Estremoz

Our Lady of the Conception Convent and Church

The construction of this complex, inspired by the Italian Baroque style, started in the year 1697 and before all was a palace, occ

Castles in Alegrete

Castle of Alegrete

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If you visit or compass Portalegre different towns of Alentejo, you must not forget to visit Alegrete. At first glance and when it

Churches in Évora

Igreja de Sao Joao Evangelista

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Igreja de Sao Joao Evangelista belonged to the Convent dos Loios, now converted into a hostel. The church has a Manueline style, w

Castles in Castelo de Vide

Castle

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To beter understand Portalegre, I will tell you that the name of this city comes from the union of the words "port" and not becaus

Churches in Évora

Igreja de Sao Francisco

The Igreja de Sao Francisco is a Manueline Gothic temple from the late sixteenth century. The facade features the emblem of King J

Churches in Évora

Igreja de Santo Antao

San Antao Church is in the center of Évora, in Giraldo Square, and is built on an old Templar church. The facade has two bell towe

Archaeological Sites in Marvao

Ammaia Roman Ruins

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Churches in Évora

Church of Nossa Senhora da Graca

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Grace Church is at rúa de la Misericordia and is noted for its Renaissance façade (considered the first of its kind in the Alentej