Albergaria dos Fusos Dam

Category: Civil Architecture > Dam

District: Beja > Cuba > Vila Ruiva

Location

Situated in the heart of Alentejo, the Albergaria dos Fusos Dam is located near the peaceful locality of Vila Ruiva, within the municipality of Cuba, district of Beja. This location is part of a predominantly rural landscape, characteristic of the vast Alentejo plain, where the horizon stretches across fields and cork oak forests, offering an environment of serenity and vastness. Its placement in this setting provides an unobstructed view of the waters and the natural surroundings, punctuated by the region's typical vegetation, inviting contemplation of its setting.

Engineering and Natural Scenery

The Albergaria dos Fusos Dam is a work of civil architecture that harmonizes with the surrounding landscape, showcasing human capacity to intervene in nature with purpose and durability. Its robust and functional structure was designed to retain water effectively, creating a vast reservoir that becomes a central element in the area. This body of water, reflecting the Alentejo sky, contrasts with the dryness of the summers, transforming the location into an oasis of tranquility and providing a particular microclimate that attracts diverse forms of life.

A Point of Contemplation in Alentejo

The presence of the dam significantly contributes to the scenic value of the region, offering visitors a place where nature and human intervention coexist peacefully. It is a site where one can observe the stillness of the waters, feel the gentle breeze, and absorb the atmosphere of calm emanating from this corner of Alentejo. The intrinsic beauty of the surrounding landscape, with its colours that change throughout the seasons, makes the Albergaria dos Fusos Dam a point of interest for those seeking the peace and authenticity of the Portuguese interior.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt