Evora’s roots date back to the ancient Roman Empire. From the Aqueduct of Silver Water, to the Roman Arch by Dona Isabel, and the awe-inspiring Roman Temple, it’s easy to see that Evora keeps a strong link with its ancient heritage. Along your Free Evora Tour, your guide will offer engaging explanations about the foundation, development and flourishing of Evora in the 16th century, when it was elevated to an ecclesiastical city and became one of the spiritual capitals of the country. In fact, no free tour in Evora would be complete without a stop at the Church of St. Francis. As your guide will explain, this innocent looking temple is world-wide known for its macabre Chapel of the Bones, whose walls are fully covered and decorated with human bones!
