Obras Portugal

First of all, OBRAS Portugal hosts residencies for artists. In addition, it occasionally organises exhibitions, concerts, artist talks, theatre performances, master classes and other cultural events. It can also accommodate scientists, for whom it can be a good base for writing, and to some extent for field studies and contacts with scientists in the region. 

The home of OBRAS is a two-hundred-year-old quinta (farmhouse), named Herdade da Marmeleira.
Located on top of a hill and overlooking a magnificent, rolling countryside dominated by cork oaks and a medieval fortress,  the Herdade is the starting point for walks and excursions into the beautiful surrounding natural landscape.

The nearest towns are Estremoz (15.000 inhabitants; 13 km) and Évora (60.000; 35 km), both are highly historical and picturesque.  Also worth visiting are abandoned marble quarries and prehistoric graves. 

OBRAS also welcomes individual tourists who seek tranquility and space, and who are attracted by nature and culture. Contact us for possibilities. 

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