Historic Centre of Évora

Category: Civil Architecture > Historic Centre

District: Évora > Évora > Évora > São Mamede, Sé, São Pedro e Santo Antão

UNESCO Classification

The Historic Centre of Évora has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986.

Location

Located in the city of Évora, in the municipality of Évora, encompassing the parishes of Santo Antão, Sé, and São Pedro.

History

The origins of Évora date back to the time of the Roman Empire, with Celtic, Roman, Arab, Jewish, and Christian influences.

Golden Age

Reached its peak in the 15th century when it became the residence of the kings of Portugal.

Architecture and Art

Notable for its white houses or those decorated with tiles and wrought-iron balconies from the 16th to 18th centuries. Significant influence on Portuguese architecture in Brazil.

Urban Structure

Composed of narrow streets, courtyards, and squares, within an area of 107 hectares. Surrounded by medieval walls more than 3 km long.

Praça do Giraldo

Located on the south side of the old wall and is the central point from which the main roads of the city diverge.

Essential Monuments

Évora Cathedral (Sé Catedral de Évora)

One of the most important cathedrals in Portugal.

Évora's Church of Mercy (Igreja da Misericórdia de Évora)

Notable for its architecture and history.

Church of Santo Antão

Place of religious and historical interest.

Church of São Francisco and Chapel of Bones (Capela dos Ossos)

Famous for the chapel lined with human bones.

Convento dos Lóios

Important historical and architectural monument.

Convento dos Remédios

Another example of relevant conventual heritage.

Convento da Cartuxa

Stands out for its history and architecture.

Colégio do Espírito Santo (University of Évora)

A center of knowledge and history.

Évora Museum

Brings together pieces of great historical and artistic value.

Palácio de Dom Manuel

Former royal residence with historical importance.

Teatro Garcia de Resende

A theater with great cultural relevance.

Roman Temple of Évora

Also known as the Temple of Diana, it is one of the most emblematic landmarks of the city.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Centro_Histórico_de_Évora

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