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One of the two fortresses outside the city, with multiple layers of defensive walls. Located on a large hill it provides great views back to Elvas and over to Spain, especially from the balcony of the governor's palace.
The Nossa Senhora da Graça Fort, officially Conde de Lippe Fort and known historically as La Lippe, is a fort in the village of Alcáçova, about 1 kilometre (0.62 mi) north of the town of Elvas in the Portalegre District of Portugal.
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Castelo de Elvas
Fortified castle for defensive purposes. Provides panoramic views of the city and surroundings.
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Assunção
Manueline-style cathedral on the main square.
Aqueduto da Amoreira
The 16th-century aqueduct is a great architectural view - five stories in parts - and it's staggering to see how narrow was its channel.
Forte de Santa Luzia
One of the two fortresses outside the city walls.