Policy in Portugal was largely influenced by the dimension of rural properties - small state in the half north, with thousands of owners led to conservative people; large state in Alentejo led to... communism.
Agriculture is no longer the main activity in the area, but it still has a great influence. The annual agricultural fair, Ovibeja, is a great event, with lots of cultural and sportive activities.
I was taken there by a friend who wished to buy ducks. After a very amusing day we went back with two roosters fighting for the two poor hens, and...no ducks.
Updated Jul 26, 2011
When in the south of Portugal you should try some of the local cheese and sausage.
There is so much flavor in each type and there is so many different types.
During the OB Beja week you can find some of the best of the best which is available to taste and to buy.
Updated Oct 12, 2003
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When in the south of Portugal you should try some of the local cheese and sausage.There is so much flavor in each type and there is so many different...
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Q: I have recently returned from a trip to Evora and Beja with a view to moving to the area (especially Beja) next year (2005). I...

A: You could check this web page: http://portugal-info.net/hotels/beja.htm Best regards Jorge
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If you ask a Portuguese person about Beja they will tell you NOT to go there as it is in the middle of a desert and it is full of really sloooooow people (it is in Alentejo). Beja is a small town......
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Capital of one of the biggest and least populated counties of Portugal, Beja is a city where I only entered three times: 1st - In 1971, just to have a look, without any special remark. 2nd - In...
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Well, I will make a page about Monsaraz, in the district of Beja. This is a very old small village of Portugal, but very interesting turist place. It was taken from the Moorish in 1167 by the...
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Vacation with some friends in a Hacienda Hotel

There seemed to be "Siesta". Horse drawn car at the entrance at noon time. Temperature: 38? C
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