Alentejo invites you to slow down. This is a land of vast horizons, silences full of life, and stories told patiently. In its heart lies Évora, a city filled with memories, flavours, and traditions that time couldn’t erase. In this article, we share five facts that show Alentejo is more than just beautiful landscapes.
1. Évora is a museum city and a World Heritage site
While many cities may look like museums, Évora is full of life. It was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986. Since then, its historic center has proven to be more than a relic – it’s a place where tradition and daily life coexist. Students walk the Roman streets. Families live in centuries-old houses. Local cafés spill onto ancient plazas.
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The Roman Temple of Évora, also known as the Temple of Diana, is an iconic monument in the city, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Premium Tours’ cultural tours of the Alentejo are included.
2. In Évora, you can visit a chapel decorated with human bones
Évora Chapel of Bones, inside the Church of São Francisco, is one of Portugal’s most unique and haunting places. Its walls are entirely covered with human skulls and bones. Franciscan monks built the chapel in the 17th century, reminding us that life is short.
Visit this fascinating and spiritual place on the Private Alentejo Tour and Its Wonders.
Close-up of human skulls and bones embedded in the walls of the Chapel of Bones (Capela dos Ossos) in Évora, Portugal, a haunting yet iconic site featured in cultural and historical tours.
3. The Alentejo has some of Europe’s most awarded cheeses
Do you love cheese? If so, Alentejo is home to some of Europe’s most praised varieties. For example, Queijo de Nisa, Serpa, and Évora DOP are aged with centuries of skill and patience, offering complex, authentic flavours. They often use raw sheep’s milk and natural curing processes.
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A Portuguese cheese platter with olives, cherry tomatoes, and bread. A traditional selection is included in Premium Tours’ gastronomic experiences in Portugal.
4. Monsaraz is one of the oldest and best-preserved villages in Portugal
Perched on a hilltop near Alqueva Dam, Monsaraz is one of Portugal’s most preserved medieval villages. Its schist streets, whitewashed houses, and breathtaking views make it a must-see.
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Premium Tours’ private tours in Portugal include a view of the rooftops and historic architecture of Monsaraz, a medieval village in the Alentejo known for its panoramic landscapes and cultural heritage.
5. The olive trees of the Alentejo can be over a thousand years old
The region is one of Europe’s leading olive oil producers. In fact, some trees have witnessed centuries of change. Nevertheless, they still produce rich, flavourful olives that make some of Portugal’s best oils.
Taste and learn with our Gastronomy and Wine Tour of Portugal, visiting sustainable estates and guided tastings.
An olive branch with green olives in the sun, symbolizing agricultural tradition and olive oil production in Portugal, is highlighted in rural experiences, wine, and gastronomy tours by Premium Tours.
More Than a Destination!
Évora and Alentejo are not just places; they are feelings. You hear them in the quiet, taste them in food, and see them in the golden light. At Premium Tours, we design every journey with care. As a result of arhythm, you can travel with meaning, comfort, and soul.
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