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    Casa Dona Maria
    Seeking shade under the vibrant blooms.Tiled seats in the squaresPortuguese barnacles, yumFiddly but tastyWorking windmillMany items made from cork which is grown in abundanceOur rustic accommodationWas very comfortableEstromez PlazaStairs to the castleIntriguing doorwaysAnd windowsMore stairsEvening arrived along with some local wine.Chapel of bones, EvoraA bit gruesomeSo many skulls and skeletonsNot sure I'd like to be used as decoration!Evora Cathedral interiorVery ornateEnjoyed the nativity displays from around the world.ExteriorCity view from cathedral rooftopAn experience to walk along the roof.Different place for photos

    Estromez & Evora

    June 2, 2025 in Portugal ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C

    Drove north on the N2 at Castro Verde made a stop
    To see the Casa Dona Maria with it’s latticed rooftop.
    At a Beja restaurant indulged in a surf and turf lunch
    Discovered Portuguese barnacles are a tasty munch.

    Area also famous for dishes using black pork
    Plantations abound for items made from cork.
    Noticed a few windmills in use to stone grind
    Plus quarries where Alentejo marble is mined.

    Our Estromez apartment was rustic and unique
    Took an evening stroll around town to take a peak.
    Squares, stairs and a rooftop bar above an old jail
    Sipped local red wine watching daylight slowly pale.

    The chapel of bones in Evora was a little gory
    It’s cathedrals interior shone with ornate glory.
    From the roof the whole city you can admire
    Then take photos backdropped with it’s spire.    Read more