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At the top of the Serra d’Ossa, at an altitude of 650 metres, stands the Alto de São Gens. Among the ruins of the old chapel dedicated to the saint, memories of an occupation that dates back more than three millennia, to the Bronze and Iron Ages, echo. This archaeological site, shrouded in legend and symbolism, was later associated by the monks of the Congregation of São Paulo with the mythical Mount of Venus, the refuge of Viriato, the legendary Lusitanian leader who, according to tradition, descended from here to confront the Romans.

At the top of the Serra d’Ossa, at an altitude of 650 metres, stands the Alto de São Gens. Among the ruins of the old chapel dedicated to the saint, memories of an occupation that dates back more than three millennia, to the Bronze and Iron Ages, echo. This archaeological site, shrouded in legend and symbolism, was later associated by the monks of the Congregation of São Paulo with the mythical Mount of Venus, the refuge of Viriato, the legendary Lusitanian leader who, according to tradition, descended from here to confront the Romans.

The Anta da Candeeira, or Anta da Herdade da Candeeira, is one of the many megalithic remains that dot the Alentejo, more precisely in the district of Évora. In the Portuguese lexicon, “anta” refers to the approximately five thousand megalithic monuments (or dolmens) spread across the west of the Iberian Peninsula. These enigmatic stone structures were built during the Neolithic period by communities that inherited the Cardial or Impressa cultures. Silent testimonies of a distant past, they continue to fascinate those who venture into these lands of history and stone.

Marble and the quarries where it is extracted are a strong feature of the landscape of Estremoz. This resource, which has been used since the time of the Roman Empire, reached its peak in Estremoz during the Baroque period, and was used in the construction of palaces, religious monuments, statues, fountains and other buildings. Marble is a dominant feature of the urban landscape, as it is also the material of choice for the construction of traditional Portuguese pavements. The white marble of Estremoz is internationally renowned for its quality and is exported to numerous countries, especially the Middle East and Morocco. Estremoz is proud to have preserved a monumental keep over the centuries, entirely covered in marble. A visit to an active quarry or a stonemasonry workshop is also a popular activity for those who visit us. Don't miss out on this opportunity.

every 9 years the lower part of the bark is removed and cork is harvested. Numerous products are made from cork in this factory.

Elected the «Tree of the Year» in 2022, it represented, that year, Portugal in the European Tree Of the Year contest reaching 3rd place. It is around 250 years old and has a wingspan of 12 meters in height and a crown diameter of 30 meters. It is part of a pedestrian path (PR4) that starts and ends in Vale do Pereiro. Accessible by car, bicycle or on foot. Accessible by car, bicycle or just walk :)

The marble of Estremoz has been explored since the incorporation of the Iberian Peninsula into the Roman Empire. For example, marble analyzes of monuments such as the Roman Temple of Évora indicate that it was built using Alentejo marble. In the history of Portugal and its former colonies, this stone was used for the manufacture of all kinds of ornaments.