- Corticarte - Arte em Cortica - Our day begins with a visit to a farmhouse, knew that cork is the bark of the cork oak, a kind of oak, a bark with great characteristics, is light, elastic and resistant to fire among others
Each year the bark grows, however, only after nine to nine years it must be removed from the tree, being able to reach 25 centimeters of thickness, defenitively an excellent protection for the tree against the heat, cold and fires, after removing the tree forms a new bark.
Did you know that Portugal is responsible for 55% of world cork production, valued worldwide for decorative cork coatings on walls and floors, the manufacture of sporting goods being even the ideal material for the kernels of baseball or the cable of fishing rods. However, cork is best known for being the cork raw material, since it allows very small amounts of oxygen in contact with the wine, without spoiling the aging process.
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
- Refresh with bottled water
- Knowledgeable driver/guide
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Stay connected with free wifi
- Peace of mind with personal accidents insurance
- Admission Fees
- Lunch
Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, presents a vast medley of cultural and culinary treasures that bear the mark of various civilizations. From an ancient Roman temple to the stunningly gothic cathedral and the Manueline style San Francisco Church; it’s a rich tapestry of historical imprints. One of the most unconventional sites in Portugal to experience is ‘The Bones Chapel’. The entire city is enveloped within an imposing stone wall.
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
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