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Giraldo Square is the main square in the city of Évora. It has undergone several changes over the years. Not so long ago, a traffic policeman stood there, directing the direction of Rua Cinco de Outubro, when cars circulated here and around the square. It was a parking lot and passenger pick-up point for a large fleet of taxis. It was the venue for meetings and business dealings among local farmers every Tuesday. Nowadays, it is largely occupied by the terraces of the surrounding restaurants and pastry shops. 👍🥾

São Cristovão is a village in the Alentejo region, belonging to the municipality of Montemor-o-Novo. The foundation of this parish must predate 1534. The former parish of São Cristovão, within the territory of Montemor-o-Novo, was a curacy under the patronage of the Archbishop of Évora. Its economic activity is based on agriculture, livestock farming, bread making, and cattle breeding. São Cristovão is a white and welcoming village, smiling at every visitor, with natural heritage open to those who know how to discover it. It undoubtedly deserves a visit, especially for lovers of Alentejo gastronomy. There are good routes to explore by hiking or cycling in the area.

Renovated part of the Colégio do Espírito Santo, which has currently been made available to the university located behind it.

The church operates under two names: Igreja de São João Evangelista / Igreja dos Lóios. It belonged to the Monastery of Lios, also known as the Convent of St. John the Evangelist, which was built in the 15th century on top of a medieval castle. The monastery itself was converted into the Pousada Convento Évora hotel in modern times and is now privately owned. The church, accessed through a Gothic portal, is notable for the magnificent tiled panels that cover the walls. They were created in 1711 by the master Antonio de Oliveira Bernardes and depict scenes from the life of St. Lawrence Justinian. Through an opening in the floor, one can see the crypt, which lies next to a Moorish cistern. Along the sides are chapels with fine examples of gilded wood carvings. It is considered one of the most beautiful churches in Portugal and a must-see.

The original palace was built in the 14th century next to the Tower of Évora, where Martim Afonso de Mello, a servant of the Royal Military Order of Saint Benedict of Aviz and a descendant of the Portuguese crown, ordered its construction. The palace was partially built on the Roman-Visigothic walls of the old castle of Évora, and traces of both remain in its buildings. At the rear of the palace, you can admire the extraordinary Torre das Cinco Quinas, the famous pentagonal tower that gave it its name. In addition to the large outdoor gardens and the numerous rooms and halls that make up the complex, it also houses the Casa Cadaval exhibition rooms, which house a collection of illuminated codices, sculptures, paintings, and armories with pieces from the 15th and 18th centuries. See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palace_of_the_Dukes_of_Cadaval

In 1551, Cardinal D. Henry, the first Archbishop of Évora, took a further step in pursuing a true apostolic and spiritual reform of his diocese by founding a college of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in the city. The Jesuits developed an important educational center in the adjacent college, which played a key role in the evangelization of the Alentejo. The church's impressive interior clearly reflects the Jesuit spirituality. As part of extensive, costly renovations from 2020 to 2023, the rooms were opened to the public. The current admission fee is €2.50. (May 2025)

The Templo Romano de Évora stands in the historic center of the tranquil town of Évora. The city's landmark is often called the Temple of Diana, but historically, it has nothing in common with the Roman goddess of the hunt. A dedication to the supreme deity, Jupiter, is more likely. The Templo Romano de Évora was probably built in the 1st century AD during the reign of Emperor Augustus and later modified under Emperor Claudius. The magnificent building reflects Roman architecture with Corinthian-style columns.

We are in the Central Alentejo, in the district of Évora, in the municipality of Montemor-o-Novo, to visit the parish of São Cristovão. Halfway between Montemor-o-Novo and Alcácer do Sal, São Cristovão is a village on the sea plain on the way to the beaches. The origin of this village is closely linked to a legend, in which Saint Christopher is credited with choosing the location of the church, which is why the people chose this Saint as their Patron Saint and the unifying symbol of their Faith. The narrow valley of the Ribeira de São Cristovão is home to several "monuments" of natural architecture. On the edge of the village is the Church of São Cristovão, built in the 16th century. Inside it is a curious 16th century sculpture of the Patron Saint. The visit to São Cristovão continues with a trip to the so-called "Heel of the World" and the megalithic complex of Tojal. The "Heel of the World" is a large rock in the narrow and impressive valley of the Ribeira de São Cristovão. The foundation of this parish must have been before 1534. The old parish of São Cristovão, in the Montemor-o-Novo area, was a parish under the presentation of the Archbishop of Évora. Its economic activity is based on agriculture, livestock farming, baking and cattle breeding. São Cristovão is a white and welcoming village, smiling at each visitor, a natural heritage open to those who know how to discover it. It is undoubtedly worth a visit, especially for lovers of Alentejo cuisine.