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Arraiolos is a town in Alto Alentejo, Portugal.

Understand[edit]

A monument to Arraiolos rugs.

Arraiolos (/ɐʁɐˈjɔluʃ/, uh-rruh-yaw-loosh) is known for its castle and its embroidered woollen carpets and rugs.

The town has about 3,400 people (2011) and the entire municipality has over 7,300 residents.

Visitor information[edit]

Get in[edit]

The nearest motorway is the A6 (Autoestrada Marateca–Caia).

Bus service is provided by Rede Expressos and Rodoviária do Alentejo.

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  • 1 Castelo de Arraiolos (Paço dos Alcaides, Arraiolos Castle). This gothic national monument was built in the early 1300s. Castle of Arraiolos (Q5049749) on Wikidata Castle of Arraiolos on Wikipedia

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  • 1 República do Petisco, Praça da República 6, +351 266 429 044. Daily 11:30–23:00. Serving Alentejan petiscos (Portuguese small dishes). Mid-range.
  • 2 Restaurante A Moagem, Rua da Fábrica 2, +351 266 499 646. M W–Sa 12:00–15:00 & 19:00–22:00, Su 12:00–15:00, closed Tu. Home-style Portuguese cooking. Mid-range.

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