Things to see in Alentejo - What to see in Alentejo

Castles in Évora

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Évoramonte is a medieval village, located on the road between Évora and Estremoz. At the top of a hill stands a triangular castle,

Islands in Mosteiros

Two Ilhéus Mosteiros

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The Monasteries Islands (Ilhéu dos Mosteiros) are west of Sao Miguel Island. The town of Mosteiros is the namesake of these island

Gardens in Évora

Jardim Publico de Evora

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The Public Garden is a place I will definitely recommend you to visit, it's right in front of the Chapel of Bones, so after the vi

Churches in Vila Viçosa

Padroeira de Portugal National Sanctuary

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The national shrine of the Patron Saint of Portugal is located within the medieval walls of the town castle, above the old Gothic

Castles in Estremoz

Estremoz Castle

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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

Of Touristic Interest in Elvas

Forte de Santa Luzia

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It is outside the village and closer than the other fort in Elvas, you can drive up to the entrance. Also it's better preserved th

Harbors in Alcácer do Sal

Porto Palafitico de Carrasqueira

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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

Forests in Évora

Cork Forest

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On the outskirts of the city of Évora, in the Alentejo Portuguese, you will find cork forests and I want to share with you the imp

Of Cultural Interest in Sines

Lighthouse of Sines

It's in a beautiful green area, although still rather industrial. It opened in April 1880, and it has an altitude of 56 meters and

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

Things to do in Alentejo

The top 273 attractions in Alentejo