PESTANA hotels in Vila Viçosa

A religious house built more than 500 years ago to serve as the Pantheon to the ladies of the House of Braganza, the second most powerful noble family in the country, only after the Royal Family. Located next to the Ducal Palace, the convent, the church and the palace are witnesses of a rich historical era and, thanks to D. João IV, the Restorer, they serve as examples of a beauty and richness that are difficult to match. LOCATION AND DESTINATION Vila Viçosa is a land of churches, monasteries, chapels, hermitages and convents. This is the Land of Florbela Espanca. It is also known internationally for the abundance of marble that exists in the region. Visit the numerous museums and monuments or take the opportunity to experience a visit to one of the many marble quarries. The town of Évora is 63 km from the Pousada and Portalegre is 76 km away.