Paços de Évora, Royal palace remains in Évora, Portugal.
Palácio de Dom Manuel is a royal palace in Évora located within the Public Garden, featuring a Manueline porch, a Mudejar-style loggia, and Renaissance windows. Only the Gallery of Ladies survives from the original structure, with much of the building no longer remaining.
Construction began around 1468 under King Afonso V, developing from parts of São Francisco Convent into a royal residence that housed Portugal's first royal library. The building underwent significant changes over time until only fragments remained.
The Gallery of Ladies served as a performance space for theatrical works, including plays by Portuguese playwright Gil Vicente. This room reflects how royal residences hosted artistic events for the court.
The site is located in central Évora and is easily reached through the Public Garden where it can be visited. Using a guide or information materials helps visitors understand the remaining sections and their architectural details.
In 1490 a temporary wooden palace extension was built to accommodate the wedding celebration of Prince Afonso with Princess Isabel of Castile. This event showed the palace's importance for major royal ceremonies.
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