Évora (Nov. 10, 25):
A brief history of Évora:
Origins:
Founded by the Romans, Évora preserves the Roman Temple as a symbol of its classical past and its importance in Lusitania.
Middle Ages:
It became a walled city with great religious and cultural significance, notably the construction of the Cathedral and numerous convents.
19th Century:
It experienced its golden age as an intellectual and artistic center, driven by the University of Évora and the rise of humanism.
Present:
Today it is a World Heritage Site, famous for its historic center, the Capela dos Ossos and its Alentejo gastronomy, offering a unique blend of tradition and tranquility.
Évora is the capital of the Alentejo region, but for me personally it's not really worth it; you can stop if it's on your way, but that's about it.
It combines very well with a visit to Alcácer do Sal, especially if you're looking for a route through quiet villages, history and nature in the Alentejo.
Information obtained from the web https://www.exteriores.gob.es
Passport/ID: Valid with either of the 2.
European Health Insurance Card: It's necessary, it's free and very easy to request online and they send it to your home. Request.
Vaccines: There are no mandatory vaccinations for entry.
International driving permit: There's no need.
Payment card/currency exchange: Your regular card, since the currency is the euro.
Roaming: YEAH.
Where to eat: If you want to eat at a restaurant, there's also the app. TheFork which has many discounts. If you book with the code 7C1B79A3 When you are finishing the booking, you will get 1000 Yums = €10 discount at your next meal. In addition to other special offers they often have, or simply to accumulate points and use them for discounts on your next payments.
It operates in several countries, including Spain, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, Denmark, Sweden, and Australia.
