Elvas

Santuário do Senhor Jesus da Piedade

Elvas

This large, religious-style architecture is an example of one of the most symbolic Baroque monuments of the reign of King João V, built in 1753. The church we see today replaced a chapel. Among other notable features are the tiles …

Castelo de Barbacena

Elvas

Built in the 16th century and rebuilt in the 17th century, this quadrangular castle retains only the original walls and low turrets. It features a carved stone portal, forming a pediment with two spires and a crown. The courtyard has …

Museu Militar de Elvas

Elvas

Since Elvas was a military city, its history, from its earliest days to the present day, could not be overlooked. Since 2001, over a hundred military artifacts have been permanently exhibited here, along with several videos depicting significant episodes in …

Igreja de São Pedro

Elvas

From the original 12th-century construction, only the Romanesque-Gothic granite portico, flanked by small columns, remains. It underwent profound alterations in the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. The 18th-century façade is wide and low. The bell tower features four eyelets, two …

Aqueduto da Amoreira

Elvas

Built in 1498 according to the design of Francisco de Arruda and, later, by Afonso Álvares, Diogo Marques and Pero Vaz Pereira, who finished it in 1622. Four floors of arcades supported by buttresses cut through the main part.

Castelo de Fontalva

Elvas

The castle, as we know it today, is a modern renovation of fortifications that, according to archaeological studies, date back to the Castro culture. Of the original design, only the quadrangular wall remains, protected at the corners by turrets. During …

Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco

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A single-nave church featuring 18th-century tiles depicting the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, the carvings in the chancel, and the imagery stand out. The temple was built between 1701 and 1719. Finishing work continued for several years, with the …

Igreja de São Domingos ou dos Domínicos

Elvas

Founded in 1267, the temple has undergone significant modifications over the centuries. From the original church, only the apse of the main chapel remains. It features a 17th-century façade and a Baroque portico flanked by angels. The interior has three …

Igrejas das Domínicas

Elvas

Built in the 16th century, the temple underwent modifications in the 17th century. The main Renaissance portico has a round arch and is framed by two pilasters. Of note is the complete polychrome tile covering from 1659.

Ninho da Cegonha

Elvas

A natural site located at the Caia Dam, which stretches along the Caia River. The natural beauty of this area is due to the emerging vegetation and the possibility of spotting bird species such as the bittern, the common nightingale, …

Forte de Santa Luzia

Elvas

A monument of military architecture, created by a series of figures, including, for example, Martim Afonso de Melo, Hieronimo Rozetti, Lassart, and Rui Correia Lucas. Its construction model has served as inspiration for other forts. Today, it houses the Military …

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Assunção

Elvas

The former Elvas Cathedral, built in 1517 to a design by Francisco de Arruda, underwent significant modifications in the 17th century. It has a longitudinal plan and consists of three naves. The 17th- and 18th-century tilework stands out.