Roman Temple of Évora

The Roman Temple of Évora is a Roman temple in the historic center of Évora, Portugal. Fourteen granite columns with Corinthian capitals rise eight meters (26 feet) high on an elevated stone platform.

The temple was constructed in the first century during the reign of Augustus Caesar as a place of worship. During the Middle Ages the structure was converted into a tower and later into a butcher shop.

The temple stands in Largo do Conde de Vila Flor facing the cathedral and forms part of the old town's central square. Visitors often see locals and travelers sitting on the platform steps while observing the columns up close.

The temple is located at Largo do Conde de Vila Flor and can be visited at any time without an entrance fee. The columns are accessible from all sides and photograph well in daylight.

The granite columns and foundation survived Germanic invasions and medieval alterations. Despite being used as a butcher shop the Roman construction elements remained intact.

Location: União das Freguesias de Évora (São Mamede, Sé, São Pedro e Santo Antão)

Architectural style: ancient Roman architecture

Operator: DRCAlentejo, Portaria n.º 829/2009, DR, 2.ª série, n.º 163 de 24 agosto 2009

Part of: Centro Histórico de Évora

Address: Largo do Conde de Vila Flor

Website: http://freguesiapilardabretanha.com

GPS coordinates: 38.57265,-7.90729

Latest update: December 20, 2025 03:09