University of Évora, Public university in central Évora, Portugal
Description
The University of Évora is a public university in the city center that occupies multiple historic buildings throughout the downtown area. It offers a wide range of programs at different levels, including undergraduate and master's degrees for thousands of students.
History
Cardinal Henry founded this university in 1559, making it the second oldest in Portugal. After closing in 1779, it reopened in 1973 and has served as an important educational center since then.
Culture
The university displays traditional Portuguese azulejo tiles in its classrooms showing historical philosophers and scholars, reflecting its educational heritage. Visitors can observe these artistic details throughout the central buildings as they walk through the corridors.
Practical
The university spreads across several locations in the city center, so having a map or guide helps you find all the buildings. Most spaces are accessible on foot, and the central location makes it easy to explore different areas by walking.
Did you know?
The Colégio do Espírito Santo building displays decorative elements representing different areas of knowledge, including astronomy, geography, and classical philosophy. These visual symbols show how the institution sought to bring together various scientific fields from its beginning.
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Roman Temple of Évora
266 m
Cathedral of Évora
256 m
Centro Histórico de Évora
305 m
Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval
287 m
Ebora
272 m
Castelo de Évora
283 m
Cerca romana e árabe
454 m
Museu Nacional Frei Manuel do Cenáculo
278 m
Church of Nossa Senhora da Graça
461 m
Évora Public Library
251 m
Church of the Lóios
230 m
Torre quadrangular (medieval)
467 m
Igreja do Espírito Santo
41 m
Palácio dos antigos Condes de Basto
143 m
Igreja de São Mamede
345 m
Torre sineira do Convento do Salvador
497 m
Porta romana
429 m
Capela de São Manços
268 m
Convento de Santa Mónica
300 m
Casa Cordovil
310 m
Casa de Garcia de Resende
259 m
Caixa de água da Rua Nova
477 m
Torre Pentagonal
302 m
Solar dos Cogominhos
357 m
Palácio Vimioso
297 m
Câmara Municipal de Évora
471 m
Edifício dos Correios, Telégrafos e Telefones, CTT, de Évora
449 m
Palácio da Inquisição
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