Elvas has a series of forts, which comprise a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is now an open air museum that is ver well preserved and dog friendly. It also appeared to be a popular sport for locals because of jogging and hiking trails near by. The fort itself has a series of rooms, some of which have murals. There was also a room for an art exhibition that was themed for the Christmas holidays. This was the best fort that we were able to visit (some of the forts are not accessible to visitors) read more

Fort da Graca is sitting up on the hill of Elvas Portugal, over looking the city. I suppose this is why it was erected, to protect and defend the city. But how amazing was this fort! Star shaped and full of history. You can peruse the fort, the many rooms that comprise the fort, the officers houses, the land of the fort, the governors house, and you can walk the moat around the fort. Just when you think you have seen it all, think you have been in this room...you haven't. Go up to the top...all the way up for the most spectacular views of the surrounding city. This is the highlight of Elvas! read more

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It's an amazing star fort.. unlike anything I'd ever seen or knew existed. From the sky, it's mind blowing, from the ground, it's impressive. The points of the fortification extend outward from the walls and down the hill. Elvas doesn't get enough attention. read more