Discover the unique history and culture of Évora on a private half-day tour - visit the Roman Temple of Diana, Chapel of the Bones, and Évora Cathedral. Experience the beauty and charm of the Alentejo region!
About this activity
- Operator: Living Tours
- Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
- Languages: Espanol, Portugues, English
- Duration: 5 hours
Overview
Discover the enchanting city of Évora on an unforgettable half-day private guided city tour! This UNESCO World Heritage site is like a real open-air museum that is full of history and culture. Your professional tour driver will create a tailor-mad...
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- Pick up is offered from Lisbon. For questions regarding your pick up location or time, please use the contact information on your ticket. You receive your tickets in your email after booking.
- The service includes transport only, with a professional tour driver who will explain the destination while driving.
- Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
- Please be ready at least 5 minutes before the settled collection time and place.
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- Please reconfirm your pick-up time and location. You can find the contact information to reconfirm your pick-up time and location on your ticket. You will receive your tickets in your email after booking.
- The itinerary may be subject to changes without prior notice due to local circumstances or events.
- Cancel 24 hours before the start of the activity and you will get a full refund.
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Chapel of Bones
The Chapel of Bones in Évora is a fascinating and eerie site. Built in the 16th century, it is a small chapel located next to the Church of St. Francis. The chapel's walls and columns are covered entirely in human bones, creating a chilling atmosphere. The bones, sourced from nearby cemeteries, were arranged in intricate patterns by the monks who constructed the chapel as a reminder of the transience of life. The chapel's message is conveyed through its inscription above the entrance, which reads, "We bones that are here, for yours we wait." Despite its macabre decoration, the Chapel of Bones remains an unusual and impressive testament to the religious beliefs and customs of the time.
Évora Cathedral
Constructed between 1186 and 1250, the Évora Cathedral is a remarkable and captivating monument. Built entirely from granite, it showcases the transition from the Romantic to the Gothic style of architecture. Over time, it has undergone improvements, including the addition of several key features during the 15th and 16th centuries, such as the upper choir, baptistery, and the arch of the Chapel of Our Lady of Pity, which is a unique example of hybrid Plateresque architecture within the cathedral. In the 18th century, King João V sponsored the construction of the main chapel, enriching the cathedral. The marble used in the chapel, sourced from the nearby city of Estremoz, adds to the cathedral's splendor by blending the severity of Roman and Gothic lines.
Evora Roman Temple of Diana
Considered the ex-libris of Évora, the Roman Temple is a quintessential landmark and serves as a visiting card of the city. As the most significant representation of the Roman remains in Évora, it's like taking a journey back in time. The temple, also known as the Diana Temple, is not only one of the most recognizable symbols of the city, but it is also one of the most prominent relics of the Roman occupation. Constructed in the early 1st century AD, in Corinthian style, it's located near Évora Cathedral, in the historical center, making it an easily visible and accessible attraction.
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