Southern Tales. Evora. Kromlech Almendrish. Monsarash + winery
Description:
Plains, lost from view far on the horizon, begin off the coast of Tagus.
And if in the northern regions of Portugal, a special emphasis is given by the greenery of vast fields, in the south, harmony reigns in the landscape, created by a combination of sun, heat and measured rhythm. This is the Alentejo region.
Alentejo is the largest region where the most fertile lands, the most flat areas, the brightest sun.
Alentejo are special locals.
Alentejo - pastures, fields, groves, vineyards and kilometers of wild beaches.
Alentejo is a city with a rich, mysterious, mysterious history.
The capital of the region is Evora. Where I invite you first.
Evora is a city-museum, a meeting place of many eras, as well as the Portuguese capital of peace. The city is unique. And its uniqueness lies in the cunning plexus of different architectural styles and historical epochs. The uniqueness in the contrast of historical events that the white city keeps in its memory: bright flashes of dawn, riches and black spots of bloodthirsty stories. This city-museum, described by UNESCO as "the brightest example of a city of the golden era of Portugal after the destruction of Lisbon in the earthquake of 1755".
A few kilometers from Evora is a special monument that impresses historians, archaeologists and not only. This place is exceptional in terms of its energy. Cromlech de Almendes. This monument is considered the oldest megalithic cromlech on the Iberian Peninsula. According to rough estimates, it dates from the 5-4 millennium BC. e. On large boulders (menhirs) you can see ancient images carved on stone. This place is special for its energy!
And then I want to introduce you to Monsarash. The tiny town is proudly located on a hill near the Spanish border. Picturesque landscapes from the fortress walls and white medieval streets do not leave anyone indifferent.
How would you get to know Alentejo without visiting the winery? The region has been producing wine since Roman colonization. Since then, many winemakers have been fermenting in huge clay vessels. We will definitely visit one of the many farms. We will get acquainted with the unique technologies of wine production, and with the result of such unique technologies.