Territory Interpretation Center

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Bragança > Alfândega da Fé > Sambade

Location

Located in the tranquil village of Sambade, in the municipality of Alfândega da Fé, the Territory Interpretation Centre occupies the premises of the former local primary school. This location gives it an authentic character, integrated into the heart of a rural community. It serves as a starting point for exploring the region, offering a perspective on its essence.

The Identity of the Territory

This centre is dedicated to a profound understanding of the municipality of Alfândega da Fé. It presents a narrative about the land, its communities, their customs, and the traditions that have shaped local life over time. It functions as a Museum of Society, Identity, and Territory, proposing a journey through the experiences and particularities of this Trás-os-Montes area.

Journey and Interactivity

The space invites a sensory and interactive exploration through its different rooms. The Shepherd's Tunnel allows an immersion into the characteristic sounds of pastoralism, an ancestral activity in the region. The Room of Praise to Time and Nature offers an environment that evokes the natural world, complemented by audiovisual content. In the Identity Room, visitors can interact with exhibitions that use augmented reality, discovering the meaning of local expressions and regionalisms. Finally, the Sambade Room displays objects that illustrate the daily life of the rural world, revealing the life of other times. The museological program is designed to be diverse and innovative, enriching the visitor's experience.

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