Évora

Évora

Immerse yourself in Évora, one of the oldest and most charming cities in Portugal, with over 2,000 years of history. Known as the museum city, it has flourished as a centre for learning and the arts. Embark on our tour from Giraldo Square, Évora’s architectural nucleus boasting Moorish, Renaissance, and Gothic marvels. Sample regional delicacies in your leisure time. Our next stop is Diana’s Temple, a prominent Roman structure exhibiting an awe-inspiring façade with fourteen granite columns. The Bones Chapel, albeit unsettling for some, houses relics of 5,000 monks from the 16th century, including two intact corpses. Lunch awaits at a premier local eatery. Later, we’ll visit the 18th-century Évora Cathedral, offering a panoramic cityscape view from its tower. Experience the region’s finest wines at a local vineyard renowned for Alentejo’s exquisite wines. En route back to Lisbon, a pause in Arraiolos showcases its grand castle wall and renowned tapestries. Witness artisans at work, a chance to acquire a unique memento.

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