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D.
Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal, tried to conquer Alcácer
do Sal in 1158, but it only became a Portuguese village in 1217 with King
Afonso II. King Manuel I married Princess D. Maria (the Spanish Catholic
King's daughter), in Alcácer do Sal in 1500. By this time, the castle
built by the Arabs had no military purpose any longer, and so became a
Carmelita de Aracelli convent during the 16th century. This Pousada is
set in its thousand year old castle overlooking the valley where cork,
rice and pine-nuts are produced. |
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Pousada
de Álcacer do Sal Dom Afonso II, Álcacer do Sal
The
Pousada Alcácer do Sal Hotel, D. Afonso II, is a luxury hotel situated
in the thousand year old Alcácer castle that overlooks the river
Sado, which runs through a vast green valley. At this site, with 5000 years
of History, that go back to the later Neolithic period, we come across
a variety of important cultural remains, such as Phoenician, Arab or even
Roman. The restaurant of the Pousada D. Afonso II in Alcácer, decorated
with modern elements, surrounded by a mystic ambiance, offers fantastic
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Discover
Alvito in the Alentejo Region of Portugal by Bert Snijder
The
little country town of Alvito, 10 km. south of Viana do Alentejo, boasts
a parish church with magnificent 17th C. azulejo decoration and a fine
fortified castle (15th C.) built by the Marques of Alvito. The castle has
recently been converted into a pousada.
There are local festas (festivals) in the town of Alvito on the last Sunday
of August and again on 1 and 2 of November... read
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Pousada
de Alvito, Castelo de Alvito, Alvito
With
the restoration of an unusual 15th century castle in the village of Alvito,
the beautiful Alvito Pousada was born. It honours the culture of the region,
not only by its atmosphere, but also by its traditional gastronomy and
wines. What used to be the agricultural land of a medieval castle, is now
a superb garden. The property provides 20 comfortable guestrooms
that are well furnished and fully equipped with modern amenities. |
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Pousada
de Arraiolos - Nossa Senhora da Assuncao Arraiolos
The
starting point for the Pousada was the restoration of a sixteenth century
convent situated in a valley in Arraiolos a city that is world-famous for
its carpets. The Pousada is an example of the achievement of perfect harmony
between the traditional and modern concepts of Portuguese architecture
and a felicitous example of adapting the austerity of a convent to today's
standards of comfort. A wonderful excuse to get to know the traditional
art of carpet-making. |
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Beja
is a city in the Beja Municipality in the Alentejo region, Portugal.
The municipality has a total area of 1,147.1 km² and a total population
of 34,970 inhabitants. The city proper has a population of 21,658.
The
municipality is composed of 18 parishes, and is the capital of the Beja
District. The present Mayor is Francisco Santos, elected by the Unitarian
Democratic Coalition. The municipal holiday is Ascension Day. The Portuguese
Air Force has an airbase in the area - the Air Base No. 11.
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Pousada
de Beja - São Francisco
In
the former 13th century Franciscan Convent located in the heart of the
historical centre of Beja, we find the impressive Pousada Beja Hotel, São
Franscisco. The first records of this Convent, date from the 10th November
of 1268, marking the donation of lands, for its construction, from Paio
Pires to Lopo Esteves. This luxury hotel in Beja combines the mystic monument
with the needs of today's standards of well-being and comfort. The Pousada
has an excellent service and offers the best regional grastronomy in its
restaurant. The environment allows guests to relax both body and mind.
A true oasis in the Alentejo plain. |
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Castelo
de Vide is a municipality in Portugal with a total area of 264.9
km² and a total population of 3,780 inhabitants. The municipality
is composed of 4 parishes, and is located in the District of Portalegre.
The present Mayor is António Manuel Grincho Ribeiro, elected by
the Social Democratic Party. The municipal holiday is Easter Monday.
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Sol
E Serra Golf Hotel, Castelo de Vide
Featuring
an excellent location, Sol E Serra Golf Hotel offers convenient facilities
for both business and leisure travellers. This property has a privileged
position, being in the centre of a beautiful and ancient town of Castelo
de Vide, very close to Spain. The hotel is a good base from where you can
enjoy memorable tours to places such as the National Stud or Megalithic
Monuments. The onsite A Palmeira Restaurant serves an excellent Portuguese
and international cuisine. Also, enjoy a magnificent view of the surroundings
over a drink in the pleasant cocktail-bar. The hotel comprises a conference
room that can accommodate up to 120 persons. Sol E Serra Golf Hotel boasts
four 18-hole golf courses, the nearest one in Marvao, 8 kilometres from
the hotel, while the other three are in Spain. |
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Crato
is a municipality in Portugal with a total area of 398.0 km²
and a total population of 3,995 inhabitants. The municipality is
composed of 6 parishes, and is located in Portalegre District.
The
present Mayor is José Correia Luz, elected by the Socialist Party.
The municipal holiday is Easter Monday.
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Pousada
do Crato - Flor da Rosa, Crato
A
castle, a convent and a palace, built in different periods, were the origin
of this ecclesiastical architectural work of outstanding harmony, today
a luxury hotel in Crato. The former Knights of the Order of Malta's monastery,
is surrounded in medieval mysticism. Flor da Rosa Pousada manages to combine
the genuine characteristics of the convent, highlighting them with an architectural
project, which although modern, entirely respects its origins. |
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Elvas
is a Portuguese municipality, an episcopal city and frontier fortress of
Portugal, located in the district of Portalegre in Alentejo. It is situated
about 230 km east of Lisbon, and about 15 km west of the Spanish fortress
of Badajoz, by the Madrid-Badajoz-Lisbon railway.
Elvas
lies on a hill 8 km northwest of the river Guadiana. It is defended by
seven bastions and the two forts of Santa Luzia and Nossa Senhora da Graça.
Its late Gothic cathedral, which has also many traces of Moorish influence
in its architecture, dates from the reign of Manuel I of Portugal (1495-1521).
A 6 km long aqueduct supplies the city with pure water; it was begun
early in the 15th century and completed in 1622. For some distance it includes
four tiers of superimposed arches, with a total height of 40 m. |
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Hotel Dom Luis, Elvas
Beautifully
located in a historic fortified city, this charming hotel is an excellent
starting point for touring a region rich in culture and history. Ideally
situated in the city centre, the traditional Hotel Don Luis is close to
many magnificent churches, museums and historical monuments, and just a
few kilometers from the Spanish border. This Elvas Hotel is close
to Aqueduto da Amoreira, Praca da Republica, and Elvas Castle. The property
has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Guests are served a complimentary breakfast
each morning. |
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Pousada
de Elvas - Santa Luzia, Elvas
Opened
in 1942, the Santa Luzia Pousada was the first of the Pousadas de Portugal
and is a fine example of typical Alentejo architecture. Today, it offers
its guests not only all possible comfort but also the best Alentejo cuisine.
It features 25 rooms, all air-conditioned and well equipped with several
amenities. The hotel also provides a restaurant and recreational activities
such as a swimming pool and tennis court. |
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Quinta
de Santo Antonio, Elvas
Hotel Quinta
de Santo Antonio is a charming 5-star property located near the town of
Elvas, and near the Spanish border and the Spanish town of Badajoz. This
Portuguese accommodation property is a typical alentejo farming estate
that dates back to the XVIII century. Hotel Quinta de Santo Antonio is
a superb choice for guests looking for getting away from the noise and
the stress of the city and relaxing in a quiet village surrounded by fields
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