Flora of Alentejo

Some of the species that can be found in the Alentejo region:

Cistus flower - Source: 

http://olhares.uol.com.br/a-flora-alentejana-foto2690346.html

Rosemary / Rosmaninho - Source: 

http://www.jf-azinheiradosbarros.pt/GaleriaImagens/Paginas/GaleriaImagens.aspx?page=3

Margaça - Source: 

http://bassfoles.blogspot.pt/2011/07/flora-silvestre-do-alentejo_06.html

Olive trees - Source:
http://journeyintoelderhood.blogspot.pt/2012/11/combing-olive-trees-branch-by-branch.html

Olive tree - Source: http://www.cm-vidigueira.pt/descobrir/azeite

Vine / Vineyard - Source: http://www.sograpevinhos.eu/regioes/Alentejo/caracteristicas

Corktree - Source:

http://moescor.blogspot.pt/2011/12/o-sobreiro-arvore-nacional-de-portugal.html

Holmoak - Source: 

 http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?wp=GC2R233

 Alentejo, Spring - Source:
 http://ufoportugal.blogspot.pt/2010/09/objecto-voador-nao-identificado-ilha-da.html

Alentejo, Spring - Source: http://actividadesebsis.webuda.com/actividades/departamento_matematica_e_ciencias_experimentais/Alentejo_terra_bela/alentejo_index.htm

Alentejo, Spring - Source: 
 http://casa-das-primas.blogspot.pt/2008_04_01_archive.html

Alentejo, Spring - Source: http://www.dipity.com/tickr/Flickr_alentejo/

Fauna of Alentejo

Here are some of the species that can be found in the Alentejo region:

Pôpa - Source: http://alentejoterraegente.blogspot.pt/2012/04/flora-do-alentejo-popa.html

Horses - Source: http://alentejoterraegente.blogspot.pt/2012/04/flora-do-alentejpo-cavalo-lusitano.html

Boars - Source: http://biologiaegeologia520.blogspot.pt/2011/05/divulgacao-parque-biologico-da-serra-da.html

Foxes - Source: http://almariada.blogspot.pt/2010/02/raposas.html

Storks - Source: http://www.territoriosinfinitos.com/blog/cegonha-com-filhote/

Partridge - Source: http://www.lifecooler.com/edicoes/lifecoole/desenvRegArtigo.asp?reg=326937

Goldfinch/ Pintassilgo - Source: http://alentejoterraegente.blogspot.pt/2012/04/flora-do-alentejo-pintassilgo.html

Cows - Source: http://www.ocasiao.pt/animais-plantas-jardins/viana-do-alentejo-outros-animais-vacas-limousines-novas-in31392759

Pigs - Source: http://chilra.blogspot.pt/2012/01/matanca-do-porco-na-minha-terra.html

Mocho - Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/faisca/sets/72157600280854909/detail/

Rafeiro Alentejano - typical dog of Alentejo

'Rafeiro Alentejano', or 'Rafeiro do Alentejo', is a Dog Breed.

This beautiful dog is originally from Alentejo and is a typical watchdog, indicated for herding cattle. It is a territorial dog who likes a lot of space. It is suitable to live on farms and homesteads.

 

At home, with family and people he knows, is a very calm and sweet dog, especially with children. 

In adulthood this dog may reach the following size: females = 70cm;Males = 74cm.

Baby Rafeiro do Alentejo - Source: http://olhares.sapo.pt/rafeiro-alentejano-foto2437318.html

 Rafeiro do Alentejo in adulthood - Source: http://www.radiocampanario.com/r/index.php/regional/598-monforte-exposicao-mostra-os-melhores-exemplares-do-rafeiro-alentejano

Good Weekend Alentejo!!

Source: http://www.shutterstock.com/pic-3617699/stock-photo-alentejo-landscape.html

Sericaia - a Typical Dessert of Alentejo

Typical Dessert of Alentejo: Sericaia.
The main ingredients are: eggs, cinnamon, flour and milk.

Source: http://campenhe-culinaria.blogspot.pt/2007/11/sericaia.html

Évora District - Alentejo

Évora is one of the main cities of the Alentejo, and one of the most beautiful cities of Portugal. 

In Evora you can find: culture, monuments, architectural styles, history, museums and lots of entertainment.

In Evora you can visit:
- Cathedral, built in between 1186 and 1205;
- Roman Temple, also known as “Diana Temple", built somewhere in between the 1st and the 3rd century a.C;
- São Francisco Church;
- Bones Chapel, covered with human bones;
- Giraldo Square, with a fountain dating from 1571;
- Etc. 

Évora city is the capital of the district. The Évora district comprises several counties - all of them very beautiful, with specific characteristics, monuments, handicrafts, plains, peace of mind, beautiful landscapes, wonderful cuisine and wines. 

The Évora district is then divided in the following counties:

- Alandroal;
- Arraiolos;
- Borba;
- Estremoz;
- Évora;
- Montemor-o-Novo;
- Mora;
- Mourão;
- Portel;
- Redondo;
- Reguengos de Monsaraz; 
- Vendas Novas;
- Viana do Alentejo;
- Vila Viçosa.

 Giraldo Square, Évora - Source: http://www.portugaltours.com.pt/br/blog-viagens/20114/evora.aspx

Vila Viçosa - Source: http://forum.intonses.com.br/viewtopic.php?t=436&p=28548

Alandroal - Source: http://www.adefesa.org/noticia.php?codigo=2156 

Mourão - Source: http://www.igogo.pt/castelo-de-mourao/

Portugal classified as the best destination in the world for 2013

According to P3 Público, Globe Spots prepared a list of the top ten world destinations for 2013 and Portugal was placed first.

The international travel website classified Portugal as "classic trip with great views" and highlights: the medieval cities, squares, churches and monasteries.

You can take a look here: http://www.globespots.com/besttravel.php?year=2013

Source: http://noitesdownloads.blogspot.pt/2012/01/10-fortes-razoes-para-visitar-portugal.html