Arraiolos

Arraiolos is located in the heart of the Alentejo plain, in the Évora district. Its natural beauty and the famous Arraiolos carpets attract an ever-increasing number of tourists. The embroiderers began making the carpets, entirely by hand, in the 17th century. The printed motifs range from arabesques of Persian origin to large floral designs. The National Arraiolos Carpet Fair takes place every year. As for gastronomy, the specialties are "açorda", "migas", lamb, game pies, and bacon pastries.

What to do in Arraiolos

Where to eat in Arraiolos

Where to sleep in Arraiolos

Villa Extramuros
Villa Extramuros

Result of an alliance between contemporary architecture and the uses and materials typical of the Alentejo, the Villa outside the walls is a small charming hot…

Pousada Convento de Arraiolos
Pousada Convento de Arraiolos

Historic/design inn

Hostel set in a 16th century monastery, is an example of perfect harmony between tradition and the modern concepts of decoration, architecture and design in lu…

Monte Velho Equo-Resort
Monte Velho Equo-Resort

Este magnífico boutique hotel, a apenas alguns quilómetros de Arraiolos, situa-se numa quinta de criação de cavalos da raça Lusitano. Com uma envolvente rural …

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