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Beja (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈbɛʒɐ] ⓘ) is a city and a municipality in the Alentejo region, Portugal. The population in 2011 was 35,854, [1] in an area of 1,146.44 km 2 (442.64 sq mi). [2] The city proper had a population of 21,658 in 2001.
The Beja District (Portuguese pronunciation: ⓘ) is located in southern Portugal. The district capital is the city of Beja. It is the largest district of the country by area, comprising around 11% of Portuguese territory. It borders Spain.
Nov 20, 2023 · Beja, with its timeless charm and rich cultural heritage, promises an unforgettable escape in the heart of the Alentejo. From the ancient walls of the Castle of Beja to the culinary delights of local eateries, every moment in this city is an exploration of history and hospitality.
Beja is a city in Portugal with a population of 36,000 people. It stands on the summit of a high hill surrounded by beautiful and fertile valleys under cultivation, as the district is rich in agricultural products, mainly cereals, olive oil, and wine.
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This region of the Alentejo had been settled since pre-history by disperse tribes, but it was first mentioned in the writings of Ptolemy and Polybius. But, it was sometime between the beginning of the 3rd century and the end of the 4th century, that the walls of Pax Julia were constructed; part of the Roman arch (Évora Gate) dated from this general...
The remnants of the castle are situated on a hilltop, along which extends the wall fortifications of the city Beja, encircled by landscaped gardens.Immediately nearby are the Sé Cathedral, Chapel of Santo Amaro, the building of the Hospital da Misericórdia, residences of the Guedes and Campos families, and municipal palace. The castle is the princi...
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1. Alarcão, Jorge (1986), "Arquitectura Romana", História da Arte em Portugal (in Portuguese), vol. 1, Lisbon, Portugal{{citation}}: CS1 maint: location missing publisher (link) 2. Barroca, Mário Jorge Corpus (2000), Epigráfico Medieval Português(in Portuguese) (Tomo 2 ed.), Porto, Portugal: FCG, pp. 1675–1677 3. Canelas, Carlos (1967), Beja, Portugal e as suas fortificações(in Portuguese), vol. 23/24, Beja, Portugal: Arquivo de Beja 4. DGEMN, ed. (1949), Castelos Medievais Portugueses(in Por...
Nestled in the heart of Portugal’s Alentejo region, Beja offers a unique blend of history, culture, and tranquil living. With a population of around 35,000, this inland city provides an authentic Portuguese experience away from the tourist-heavy coastal areas.
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The District of Beja (Portuguese: Distrito de Beja) is in southern Portugal. The district capital is the city of Beja. It is the largest district of the country by area.
