It is located in the central square of Évora, parish of Santo Antão, City of Évora, Alentejo region, Central Portugal
The Praça do Giraldo Fountain is a work by the architect Afonso Álvares, and was built in 1571 in white marble topped with a bronze crown, and according to tradition the eight carrancas correspond to the eight streets that lead into the square.
The Praça do Giraldo Fountain adorns the famous Praça do Giraldo, the central location of walled Évora.
The central square of Évora is a beautiful square in the historic center of Évora with many restaurants, kiosks, shops, and a beautiful church and fountain.
The central square of Évora or Praça de Giraldo from here you can easily reach the Cathedral, the Roman temple, the church of São Francisco or have a reference point to visit the city.
Praça do Giraldo, which dates back to 1573, is a tribute to Geraldo Geraldes the "Without Fear" who in 1167 conquered Évora dos Mouros, and for this fearless conquest, D. Afonso Henriques appointed Giraldes as mayor of the city and main frontier of the Alentejo.
In the coat of arms of Évora we can see Geraldo Geraldes with his sword in hand on horseback, and at his feet the heads of the Moor and his daughter who lived in the castle that the warrior attacked and where he took possession of the keys to the city.
What remained of the Moors in the city was destroyed, and in its place the Portuguese built the fountain that remains today in Praça dos Giraldos.
The Portuguese ordered the construction of a fountain that now remains one of the centers of attention of Eborenses and tourists in Praça do Giraldo.
The Henriquina Fountain at Praça do Giraldo, also known as "the Fountain at Praça do Giraldo", is a baroque fountain with eight spouts that has been there since 1517, made entirely of white marble topped with a bronze crown, and designed by the architect Afonso Álvares.
This square is a place in the historic center of Évora where you can relax while having a drink on a terrace (there are several), with a beautiful setting with several of the city's historic buildings, including one of the main churches.
The Square is surrounded by shops, restaurants where you can taste typical Alentejo dishes, and the sidewalk is covered by arcades built in the past.
This baroque-style fountain is made of marble and has 8 spouts, each associated with each main street in Praça do Giraldo.
At the top there is a crown according to popular history, Philip III of Spain in 1619 thought the fountain was worthy of being crowned.
In Praça do Giraldo you will find the Church of Santo Antão, also built by D. Henrique, and its construction began in 1557, and the rare marble frontal of the main altar stands out, representing the Apostolate of the church that previously occupied its space, and the hermitage of Santo Antoninho.
The Praça do Giraldo Fountain adorns the famous Praça do Giraldo, the central location of walled Évora.
The central square of Évora is a beautiful square in the historic center of Évora with many restaurants, kiosks, shops, and a beautiful church and fountain.
The central square of Évora or Praça de Giraldo from here you can easily reach the Cathedral, the Roman temple, the church of São Francisco or have a reference point to visit the city.
Praça do Giraldo, which dates back to 1573, is a tribute to Geraldo Geraldes the "Without Fear" who in 1167 conquered Évora dos Mouros, and for this fearless conquest, D. Afonso Henriques appointed Giraldes as mayor of the city and main frontier of the Alentejo.
In the coat of arms of Évora we can see Geraldo Geraldes with his sword in hand on horseback, and at his feet the heads of the Moor and his daughter who lived in the castle that the warrior attacked and where he took possession of the keys to the city.
What remained of the Moors in the city was destroyed, and in its place the Portuguese built the fountain that remains today in Praça dos Giraldos.
The Portuguese ordered the construction of a fountain that now remains one of the centers of attention of Eborenses and tourists in Praça do Giraldo.
The Henriquina Fountain at Praça do Giraldo, also known as "the Fountain at Praça do Giraldo", is a baroque fountain with eight spouts that has been there since 1517, made entirely of white marble topped with a bronze crown, and designed by the architect Afonso Álvares.
This square is a place in the historic center of Évora where you can relax while having a drink on a terrace (there are several), with a beautiful setting with several of the city's historic buildings, including one of the main churches.
The Square is surrounded by shops, restaurants where you can taste typical Alentejo dishes, and the sidewalk is covered by arcades built in the past.
This baroque-style fountain is made of marble and has 8 spouts, each associated with each main street in Praça do Giraldo.
At the top there is a crown according to popular history, Philip III of Spain in 1619 thought the fountain was worthy of being crowned.
In Praça do Giraldo you will find the Church of Santo Antão, also built by D. Henrique, and its construction began in 1557, and the rare marble frontal of the main altar stands out, representing the Apostolate of the church that previously occupied its space, and the hermitage of Santo Antoninho.
The Classification of the Praça do Giraldo Fountain
The Praça do Giraldo Fountain is classified as a National Monument.
