
EVORA
As an earthquake destroyed Lisbon in 1755, Evora is the best example remaining of a city from Portugal’s golden age. Located in the Alentejo Province, Évora lies among the charming wide plains of the Tagus River. The part of the town enclosed by ancient walls has been fairly well preserved its original state and its monuments date from various historical periods. Évora is included among UNESCO's World Heritage sites, and was once known as Liberalitas Julia by the Romans. Diana's monumental Imperial temple and other relics from this period are still in place. The monuments of each period were erected by the leading craftsmen and artists of the times; clear evidence of Évora's lively artistic, cultural and historical past. The variety of architectural styles, the gorgeous palaces, the squares and even the narrow streets are all part of the city’s rich heritage. Nowadays, the beautiful historical centre boasts about 4000 buildings. Evora hotels welcome guests and visitors to stay in a comfortable, modern setting - book your hotel now and find the best rates on this site!
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