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Category: Civil Architecture > Café

District: Évora > Estremoz > Estremoz > Santo André

Location and Designation

- Located in the parish of Santo André, in the Municipality of Estremoz, District of Évora, Portugal.

- Known as Café Águias de Ouro or Café Águias D`Ouro.

Historical and Cultural Significance

- Built in 1908 and inaugurated on April 4, 1909, it has been a building of public interest since 2002.

- Architected by Jorge Santos Costa, it features an Art Nouveau style with distinctive details such as large windows and ornate balconies.

Architectural Features

- Three-story building with a rectangular floor plan.

- Highlights include elaborate iron railings with geometric patterns and stained glass windows in shades of green, brown, and blue.

Sociological and Cultural Significance

- Remnant of the old Portuguese tertulia cafes of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

- Important historical and cultural meeting point, reflecting the social life of the time.

Visit and Tourist Experience

- Ideal for appreciating Art Nouveau architecture and exploring local history.

- Offers an atmosphere that transports visitors to the period of literary and artistic gatherings in Portugal.

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