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Estátua Equestre de Dom João IV

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Terreiro do Paço
7160-251, Vila Viçosa

Vila Viçosa

Imposing statue of King d. João IV Restorer, built in bronze by sculptor Francisco Franco Funchal. The granite pedestal is designed by the architect Pardal Monteiro. The symbolism of the horse is related to the belief that it was in this stylish animal that d. João IV will have done the course in Lisbon from the Royal Palace to the Cathedral on the day of its acclaim.

Fonte de Vila Viçosa

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Largo 25 de Abril
7160-255, Vila Viçosa

Vila Viçosa

Source of 1687, as can be seen in the front wall of white marble. Although it has been remodeled in the 17TH and 19th centuries, maintains his sobriety. Is flanked by white walls, has a rectangular sink and four Bamford, whose access is achieved through four treadmills.

Fonte do Paço

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Azinhaga da Fonte
7090-415, Aguiar

Viana do Alentejo

Suffered successive improvements over the years, especially in coverage of escaiolada masonry, which was remade in 1936. Has an arcade of three round arches and gomeada and a small dome tanqueta, intended for cattle. Continues to supply the population of Ab.

Fonte da Cruz

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Rua 5 de Outubro
7090-235, Viana do Alentejo

Viana do Alentejo

Source built in 1898. Then little remains except the bowl with three gargoyles cast bronze and gable of embrechados, where he posted the tomstone Marmorata evocative to say: "this source and respective aqueduct were built by popular subscription in 1898." Sustained changes in recent years, losing the circular stone landmarks, that protected the loads of wagons.

Igreja da Misericórdia de Monsaraz

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Rua da Misericórdia, 4
7200-175, Reguengos de Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz

Simple architecture, 18th century Church, restored in the 18th century. Is located in the main square of the village, at Praça d. Nuno Álvares Pereira. On the façade, the Regal, Weather Shield of d. José, which gives sobriety. In 1999 was recovered inside and abroad. Today it is also historic file location.

Igreja de São Pedro da Aldeia do Mato

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Praça Doutor Manuel Fialho Recto, 1
7200-139, São Pedro do Corval

Reguengos de Monsaraz

This church is located in s. Pedro do Corval and dates back to the 18th century. The grandeur of their proportions is admirable, given the small size of this locality. It has only one nave and the chancel is square. The stuccoes of the interior were designed by Italian masters. His consecration as a church was in 1810.

Ermidas da Tapada Real

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Vila Viçosa
7160, Vila Viçosa

Vila Viçosa

Are formed by a set of three shrines: Hermitages of Saint Eustace, Saint Jerome and of Nossa Senhora de Belém. Each one has its uniqueness, but its set converts this space in a singular place and great architectural richness.

Solar dos Peixinhos

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Vila Viçosa
7160, Vila Viçosa

Vila Viçosa

Former Manor House. Benefits from its location, isolated, rural. In 1930 was restored and the Hermitage of San Ildefonso recovered. In 1937 the building was entirely rebuilt. Inside there is a fountain, in white marble, ornate. The wall can be seen the original cross of Fishes, in white marble.

Casa do Juíz de Fora / Casa da Universidade

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Rua Direita
7200-175, Reguengos de Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz

Initially was Manor housing. In the 20th century, in 1970, is donated to the Graduate Institute of Évora and served as a place of support for researchers the University. Is a House composed by 2 floors, a garden and 2 patios. Has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living room, one dining room and a kitchen.

Menir do Outeiro

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Monsaraz
7200-171, Reguengos de Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz

Also known as “Penedo Comprido” this menhir possesses a high granite stake with a phallic configuration. IT has 550 cm high, weights about 8 tonnes and on the vertex it has sculpted the urinary meatus. It was discovered in 1969 and it is classified as a National Monument.

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