Elvas

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Visit early in the morning to admire this vast, four-tiered 16th-century aqueduct. The author considers the eight-kilometer UNESCO-listed structure a must-see.

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Named as one of the key sights to visit during a stay in Elvas.

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Visit this walled city for its remarkable hilltop fort and monumental aqueduct.

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Cobbled lanes, a walled historic centre and surviving star forts give Elvas a distinctive, time-worn charm. The author suggests a weekend to explore its UNESCO-listed heritage.

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This enormous star-shaped fort impresses with its unusual layout and imposing walls. Its hilltop position also makes it a memorable sunset stop.

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This surviving fort on the city's outskirts is highlighted as part of the military heritage behind Elvas's UNESCO recognition.

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The author highlights this star fort as part of the distinctive fortifications that make Elvas worth visiting.

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One of the author's recommended accommodation choices in Elvas.

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Listed among the author's favorite hotels in Elvas.