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In Evora, all streets lead to Giraldo Square, Praça do Giraldo in Portuguese. It has been like this since its construction, in 1571/1573. This is where you will end up walking to. And where you will want to sit on a terrace and have a drink.
Giraldo Square is an icon paying tribute to Fearless Geraldo Geraldes, the man who conquered Evora from the Moors in 1167. To thank him King Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal, nominated him Governor of Evora (alcaide of Evora) and High Protector of the Borders of Alentejo, region which he would help to conquer.
On the coat of arms of Evora, we can see Geraldo Geraldes on a horse holding his sword. At his feet, the heads of both the moor and his daughter who lived in the castle the warrior had attacked and where he took control of the city keys.
After the Portuguese Crown took possession of Evora, the assets including sculptures and a triumphal arch were ordered to be destroyed in order to build the fountain which still today is the centre of attention of the people of Evora and the tourists in Giraldo Square.
Source: https://www.visitevora.net/en/giraldo-square-praca/
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I am sharing photos of landscapes, moments and experiences. Nature and sea are the most visited themes in my photo collection, but any attention-grabbing aspect can be photographed. Hope you enjoy it...Location: Évora - Alentejo - Portugal
This picture is such an interesting piece. It feel like you're literally stopping time while taking the picture.
That was the purpose...thanks for stopping by :) Cheers :)
Me gusta como usaste los contraste en la imagen en una mitad blanco y negro y la otra mitad a color.
Obrigado pela simpatia :) Tudo de Bom :)