Praça do Giraldo

Évora, Portugal - Region of Alentejo

Évora is a fascinating town full of history which dates back more than 2000 years.  Its old city center, surrounded by medieval walls, has been considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986.  The 16th century Renaissance fountain, made of local pink marble, contains eight jets symbolizing the eight streets leading into this square - Praça do Giraldo.  In times of the Inquisition, several autos-da-fé were witnessed here.

This square is usually buzzing with people, but I arrived quite early in the morning, something unusual for me, and was able to take in the peace and quiet of the moment.