Elvas Travel guide

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Elvas : Michelin's recommendations

Not far from the Spanish citadel of Badajoz, Elvas is an large fortified place still surrounded by its ramparts. Occupied by the Moors until 1226, it then resisted the many Spanish attacks, but was taken over in 1580 by the troops of Philip II. The town is a large agricultural market and its preserved plums are much appreciated by gourmets. The trade in textile products (cotton) attracts many visitors from the neighbouring country.

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Tourist attractions Elvas : Things to see and do

The Ramparts of Elvas

Praça da Republica P - 7350 Elvas

Running for 5km, the fortifications of Elvas are one of the most accomplished examples of Portuguese military architecture of the 17C. Best explored on foot, they are constructed in accordance with the techniques of the great military engineer Vauban..

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Praça da Republica

Praça da Republica P - 7350 Elvas

This square, surrounded on the south side by the old town hall, and on the north by the old cathedral, forms a mosaic of geometrically arranged basalt, marble and sandstone paving slabs.

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Praça da Republica P - 7350 Elvas

This cathedral, of Gothic origin, was rebuilt in the 16C in the Manueline style by Francisco Arruda. The interior, the pillars of which were decorated in the Manueline era, harbours an 18C marble tiled chancel.

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Hotels Elvas

Hotel Jardim

En 4 - Sitio das Pias P - 7350-000 Elvas

Featuring a restaurant and a bar, Hotel Jardim is surrounded by Alentejo’s countryside. It offers an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a terrace with sun loungers, 3.5 km from Elvas. Rooms at Jardim are simply decorated and all come with a private..

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Hotel Sao Joao De Deus

Largo São João de Deus, 1 P - 7350-200 Elvas

Situated in a converted convent in the World Heritage city of Elvas, Hotel São João De Deus features shady gardens and a pool with views of the walled town. The air-conditioned guest rooms of Hotel São João De Deus include free Wi-Fi, a minibar and ..

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