The Stonehenge of Portugal. Amazing how much they knew back then about astronomy. More

I liked the guided tour by Mario Cordillo, local archeologist, but we didn't see the artifacts that had been removed in the museum.. More

We came upon the site after a very pleasant drive thru the countryside when we got there we were pleased to discuss with a group of historians, great luck as it just happened to be the equinox. We also benefited from a little music and dance. If you visit only one megalithic site this should be your choice More

Full with history, you can find at the Almendres Cromlech a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the beautiful views. It is not difficult to find, just follow the signs existing on the road after you leave the city of Évora on the way to the highway to Lisbon. More

We asked the hotel staff for directions because we had difficulty finding the road the first day. This area is west of Evora. Take N-114 to Guadalupe. There will be a sign pointing to Guadalupe on your left. The signs will lead you through the small town and then have you take a right. These signs are clearly marked. The... More

if you like neolithic megaliths, outskirts of evora is the place to go. a cromlech, a megalith a mile away, and a crypt More

It's well worth a visit. The landscape is beautiful, so calm. The place has a mysthic, magical feeling. More

March 17 - Temples of the Equinox The visit is as follows: Cromlech Vale de Maria do Meio - Symbology of cromlechs, Rites ofthe equinox in prehistory, Ancient Meaning of Easter Cromlech of Portela de Mogos - Prehistory of Portugal, prehistoric peoples of Évora, theories of migration of peoples. Menhir of Almendres - Meaning of Menhirs, dream symbology, Astronomical marks... More

It was fun to drive around the countryside looking for Cromlechs, but they are only interesting for a short while. Perhaps a tour, which are available, would add some background and enhance the visit as there is no information at the site. More