Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Castelo Branco > Covilhã > Erada
The Emigrant Monument is located in the village of Erada, a welcoming settlement integrated into the municipality of Covilhã. Situated in an area that invites tranquility, the monument is set within a context that can offer a perspective of the surrounding landscapes, characteristic of the Beira Baixa region, with the proximity of the imposing Serra da Estrela.
Its position in the village allows for relaxed access, fitting harmoniously into the local dynamics, without disruptions, and inviting a pause for reflection in the heart of the community it represents.
This monument stands as a heartfelt tribute to the many men and women who, over several generations, departed from Erada and neighboring lands in search of new opportunities and horizons beyond borders. It symbolizes the courage, resilience, and hope of those who left their homeland behind but always maintained a strong connection to their roots.
It is a way to acknowledge the effort and sacrifice of these individuals, whose work and dedication contributed significantly to their families and to the development of the region, even from afar.
The conception of the Emigrant Monument serves as a meeting point for Erada's collective memory. It represents not only a tribute to those who departed but also a living reminder of the history of a community intrinsically linked to the phenomenon of Portuguese emigration.
Its presence reinforces local identity, highlighting the unbreakable ties between the diaspora and the land of origin. It is a place that invites reflection on the personal and family stories that shaped the region's social fabric.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.2275308,-7.6474597
Coordinates DMS: 40°13'39.1"N 07°38'50.9"W
Weather Erada
On-duty Pharmacy Erada
