Alvor, one of the small coastal towns in the Algarve, in recent years became a thriving resort town. Near the center, along the coast, sandy beaches. On the small streets of the village has many cafes and restaurants that offer seafood wine that is famous in Portugal.

Previously Alvor was a Roman port. Later it was captured by the Muslims, and the village was renamed al-Bur. In the THIRTEENTH century, the city settled Christians, but the town flourished at a later time. The strongest of the Lisbon earthquake in 1755 destroyed Alvor. Alvor a long time recovering. Moorish fortress was completely demolished, as its stones were used to rebuild houses.

One of the most striking sights of Alvor, the Church Divino-Salvador, was built in the XVI century. The building was built in the Manueline style with Baroque elements. In the eighteenth century restoration works were carried out. Inside the Church there are three naves that are supported by the original pillars. The altar inside the Church is of carved wood with gold leaf, it has an image of Jesus Christ. Attracts the attention of a picture of one of the most famous artists of the Algarve, Joaquim josé Rescigno, which depicts Jesus Christ. Also here there is a statue of Christ in full size. Decorative panels of the eighteenth century is made of ceramic tiles and depicts scenes from the religious life, as well as images of saints. The main entrance is in the form of a semicircular arch is replete with decorations, many of which are executed in the Renaissance style. The side door is made in the traditional manualism style.