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Bookmark or Share- Évora - WikipediaÉvora (US: / ˈɛvʊrə / EV-uurr-ə, [ 1 ][ 2 ]Portuguese: [ˈɛvuɾɐ] ⓘ) is a city and a municipality in Portugal. It has 53,591 inhabitants (2021), in an area of 1,307.08 square kilometers (504.67 sq mi). [ 3 ] . It is the historic capital of the Alentejo and serves as the seat of the Évora District.
- Évora Portugal: The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Évora [2024]Located approximately 130km to the east of Lisbon, Évora is the largest city of the Alentejo region and its designated capital. With a history that dates to Celtic times, Évora boasts a rich historical background.
- Ancient City, Roman Ruins & UNESCO World Heritage Site - BritannicaÉvora, city and concelho (municipality), south-central Portugal. It lies in a fertile valley surrounded by low hills, 70 miles (110 km) east of Lisbon. Originally known as Ebora, it was from 80 to 72 bce the headquarters of the Roman commander Quintus Sertorius, and it long remained an important Roman military centre.
- How to Plan a Trip to Évora, Portugal (& Is It Worth It?) - Earth TrekkersBelow, we list the best things to do in Évora, a few historical sites located outside of the city, plus where to eat and where to stay. Here’s how to plan the perfect trip to Évora, Portugal. 1. Praça do Giraldo & Santo Antão Church. Praça do Giraldo is the main square in the city center of Evora.
- 15 Best Things to Do in Évora (Portugal) - The Crazy TouristA timeless city in Alentejo, Évora is a UNESCO Site steeped in Roman and medieval heritage. The city’s golden age came in the 1400s when Portugal’s kings chose it for their home, and Évora’s streets still recall that influx of nobility 500 years ago.
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