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Portas de Moura Square

Category: Military Architecture > Wall

District: Évora > Évora > Évora > Sé e São Pedro

Historical Origins

, Possible Roman origin of the Porta de Moura and its square.

, Importance since the 14th century, when noble families settled in the area.

Architecture and Monuments

, Portas de Moura Fountain, built in white marble in 1556.

, Casa Cordovil, an example of mixed architecture with Moorish, Manueline, and Gothic influences.

Recognized Heritage

, Classified as a National Monument in 1922.

, Integrated into the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Adjacent Attractions

, Casa de Garcia de Resende, residence of the 16th-century poet and chronicler.

, Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo, with its baroque architecture and sculptural gate.

Exploring the Square

, Stroll through the adjacent streets to appreciate the local architecture.

, Visit the old University of the Holy Spirit, founded in 1559 and now part of the University of Évora.

Atmosphere and Entertainment

, Historical and peaceful environment to explore on foot.

, Possibility of wine tasting and discovering local crafts in nearby shops.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt

Coordinates DD: 38.571007574898076,-7.905977222253712
Coordinates DMS: 38°34'15.6"N 07°54'21.5"W

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