Category: Culture and Entertainment > Nightclub
District: Beja > Ferreira do Alentejo > Alfundão e Peroguarda
Situated in the region of Alfundão and Peroguarda, in the municipality of Ferreira do Alentejo, Olivomundo is immersed in the characteristic landscape of the Lower Alentejo. The site is surrounded by extensive olive groves, stretching across gentle undulations, offering a wide and serene view of the Alentejo countryside. The atmosphere is one of great tranquility, intrinsically linked to the slow pace of rural life.
Its location allows visitors to experience the vastness and quietude that define this part of Portugal, with the horizon punctuated only by trees and the region's unique light.
Olivomundo is dedicated to promoting the olive tree, a species that has shaped the history and economy of the Alentejo over centuries. Here, it is possible to observe closely the development of these trees, some of them centuries old, whose gnarled trunks tell of the passage of time and the persistence of agriculture. The site allows one to understand the profound connection between the olive grove and the region's cultural identity.
The presence of the olive tree, a symbol of longevity and peace, dominates the landscape, inviting contemplation on nature's resilience and human ingenuity in its cultivation. It is a place where one feels the heritage of generations who cared for the land.
In this space, attention turns to olive oil, considered the "liquid gold" of Alentejo and a pillar of its gastronomy and culture. Olivomundo highlights the importance of traditional production, showing the journey the olive takes from harvest until it transforms into this precious oil. The dedication and knowledge passed down through time are evident in every aspect of its presentation.
It is an opportunity to understand the cultural and nutritional relevance of olive oil in the Mediterranean diet and in the daily lives of Alentejo's rural communities. The focus is on the quality and legacy associated with producing an olive oil of excellence.
The atmosphere at Olivomundo invites serenity and disconnection. The landscape is dominated by the shades of green of the olive trees, contrasting with the red and ochre of the Alentejo soil. The natural light, especially at dawn and dusk, creates idyllic scenarios, ideal for those seeking moments of introspection or simply to appreciate the beauty of the countryside.
The quietude felt on site allows visitors to connect with nature and with the tranquil rhythm of the Alentejo. It is a place where silence is only broken by the sound of the wind through the olive trees, offering an authentic and rejuvenating experience.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.155255,-8.041611
Coordinates DMS: 38°09'18.9"N 08°02'29.8"W