University of Évora
It seems that Évora has a lot of hidden treasures waiting to be discovered....
Tag Archives: heritage
Church of Nossa Senhora da Graça in Évora
My understanding is that the Historic Centre of Évora is a UNESCO World Heritage...
Évora Public Garden
I had a great night’s rest at the Hotel Dom Fernando in the city...
Window of the Chapter House at Convento de Cristo
The Convento de Cristo is a veritable feast for the architectural senses. While I...
Cloister of King John III at the Convento de Cristo
As I was exploring the Convento de Cristo. It became clear to be that...
Inside the Round Church of Convento de Cristo
I was very impressed with the round church of Convento de Cristo. I was...
Round Church of Convento de Cristo
It seems that I have arrived at an important location here in the Convento...
Church at the Convento de Cristo
The Convento de Cristo was larger than I thought it would be. I know...
Azulejo
I have seen various designs during my trip to Portugal. I have been exposed...
Claustro da Lavagem
While the Convento de Cristo seemed to be an imposing structure, it was easy...
Exploring Convento de Cristo
Convento de Cristo is a UNESCO World Heritage site in the municipality of Tomar....
Convento de Cristo
The Convento de Cristo in Tomar is the last of the three major monasteries...
Going to Tomar
I probably expected a more mystical experience when I visited Fatima but I guess...
Outside the Monastery of Batalha
I went away very impressed with the monastery of Batalha. Almost everything about the...
As Capelas Imperfeitas
It seems that I have finished exploring the monastery of Batalha. It is an...