Castle of Evoramonte, Military castle in Alentejo region, Portugal
The rectangular castle features four cylindrical towers constructed with granite and marble, situated at the highest point of Serra d'Ossa mountain range.
The fortress originated in 1160, underwent expansion in 1306 under King Denis of Portugal, and received additional fortification from Francisco de Arruda in 1516.
The castle represents the Manueline architectural period through its sculpted rope-like cornices and vaulted ceiling supported by ornate columns in the main salon.
The castle opens daily from 10:00 to 13:00 and 14:30 to 17:30 in winter or 18:30 in summer, with entrance fees required for visitors.
The Concession of Evoramonte, signed at this castle in 1834, marked the conclusion of the Portuguese Civil War between Queen Maria II and Miguel of Portugal.
Location: Evoramonte
Inception: 1160
Architectural style: Manueline
Operator: DRC Alentejo, Portaria nº 829/2009, DR, 2ª. Série, nº 163 de 24 de agosto de 2009
Website: http://igespar.pt/pt/patrimonio/pesquisa/geral/patrimonioimovel/detail/70670
GPS coordinates: 38.77189,-7.71584
Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:34
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