Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Beja > Castro Verde > Castro Verde > Castro Verde e Casével
The Monument Evocative of the Mediterranean Plain is strategically situated in the town of Castro Verde, in the heart of Baixo Alentejo. This location offers a direct and immersive setting within the vast and characteristic plain landscape that the monument itself celebrates. Upon visiting the site, the visitor is immediately enveloped by the broad horizons and the unique light of the Alentejo, elements intrinsic to the identity of the Beja region.
Its position in Castro Verde allows for a privileged observation of the agrarian and natural landscape that defines this area of the municipality, where fields stretch out under an open sky, inviting contemplation of the immensity and typical biodiversity of the Mediterranean plain, to which the monument pays homage.
This monument, as its name indicates, was designed to evoke and celebrate the uniqueness of the Mediterranean plain that characterizes much of southern Portugal. It is not merely a structure; it is a symbolic representation and a point of reflection on the millennial relationship between Humankind and this particular ecosystem. Its central purpose lies in highlighting the natural, cultural, and historical values inherent to this landscape.
The monument's conception seeks to capture the soul of the plain, its agricultural cycles, its adapted fauna and flora, and the communities that throughout centuries have shaped and been shaped by this environment. It is an invitation to a deep understanding of the heritage that the plain represents.
The Monument Evocative of the Mediterranean Plain integrates elements that harmonize with the surrounding landscape, or that in some way represent it. Its form and materials are typically chosen to reflect the authenticity and resilience of this region, often employing materials that evoke the constructions and the very land of Alentejo. Its symbolism is palpable, functioning as a point of remembrance and appreciation of the natural and cultural heritage of Baixo Alentejo.
Every aspect of the monument contributes to the narrative of a vibrant and essential plain, which sustains remarkable biodiversity and a rich cultural heritage. Its presence in Castro Verde underscores the importance of preserving and interpreting the Mediterranean landscape for future generations, offering a unique perspective on this environment.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 37.7020154,-8.0830401
Coordinates DMS: 37°42'7.3"N 08°04'58.9"W
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