Visit the Wonderful city of Beja!

Portugal is known for having the oldest European borders established and it's inside these borders that lay one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Beja.

Beja exists since the dawn of times and was named Pax Julia when the Romans took over.

Beja has characteristics from the Muslim and Christian architecture throughout the streets. Many of its building were rebuilt from Roman remains also, being one of them the Castle.

The Castle of this marvelous city was a Roman fortification recovered by King Dinis in 1310, and in the 16^th century was remodeled and improved and thanks for those improvements it is known for being the most beautiful castle of Portugal because of its outstanding Goth styled Keep. Tourists are able to get to the top of Keep for free and see the beautiful landscape of Baixo Alentejo (The most important agriculture zone of Portugal).

The landscape and the castle aren’t the only things that this city holds. No! This city is a key point of Portuguese culture. The Sé de Beja is an ancient church with the doors opened 24/7 for the faithful Catholics and tourists can have tours throughout its doors; The St. Amaro church is a church that dates back to the 5^th century when the Visigoths were settling in the region, it is a very good example of Paleo-Christian architecture and holds many other mysteries which the guides shall explain.

For those of you that wish to spend the night in this dazzling city have the opportunity to try the excellence of Bejense hospitality in the St. Francis Inn. The Chapel of Tombs was its previous name; the chapel is well preserved and is a Goth styled building.

As you get deeper into the heart of the city you will find the famous Portas de Mértola which is a commerce street that holds more than 50 stores for all your shopping needs.

If you are seeking mystical wonders of Portugal then this is the perfect place for you to start. Beja holds more secrets so come on down and let us give the welcoming you deserve!