Alentejo
In Portugal there are 12 areas classified by UNESCO as Biosphere Reserves where the conservation of biological and cultural diversity is reconciled with economic and social development, maintaining the balance between people and nature.
Founded in Roman times, Évora's golden age started when it was chosen as the residence of kings and nobles in the 15th century.
Being the largest fortified bastion in the world, Elvas has played an important part throughout history in defending the Portuguese border, which justified its classification as a World Heritage Site.
A walking enthusiast and keen on sketching for many years, Pedro Cabral was only too pleased to be asked by Sketch Tour Portugal to venture along the Alentejo and Algarve trails.Along with Linda Toolsema a Dutch s