Rua Direita in Aljubarrota

Rua Direita in Aljubarrota

Rua Direita in Aljubarrota is must-see because it has several reasons for interest.

Starting with Casa dos Carvalhos, a 19th century building. XVIII that although austere presents some details that deserve a close look besides being historically related to the birth of the most illustrious aljubarrotense, the Architect Eugénio dos Santos (Eugénio dos Santos e Carvalho), one of those responsible for the reconstruction of Baixa de Lisboa, after the 1755 earthquake.

In addition to the birthplace of Eugénio dos Santos, you can also see several examples of civil and popular architecture, several manor houses from the 18th century, in which the balconies and windows of various styles that make this street a heritage showcase stand out.

While discovering the legend of “Padeira de Aljubarrota”, pass by Rua Direita and take advantage that nearby you can still find the Pillory and also the São Vicente Church, the Center for Sacred Art of Aljubarrota and the Nossa Senhora dos Prazeres Church which together form a heritage and museological route with a guided tour promoted by the Junta de Freguesia de Aljubarrota.

There is so much to discover in Aljubarrota!