Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Coimbra > Arganil > São Martinho da Cortiça
The "Língua do Frade" is situated in the peaceful locality of São Martinho da Cortiça, nestled in the heart of the Arganil municipality, in the district of Coimbra. This area is characterized by a serene rural landscape, where verdant valleys and gentle elevations shape the horizon, inviting tranquility and the discovery of authentic Beira traditions. More specifically, it is framed within the Espinho Valley, a region where nature manifests itself in its fullness, offering unobstructed views and an environment that encourages immersion in the essence of Portugal's interior.
The unique name "Língua do Frade" immediately sparks curiosity, suggesting a rich and perhaps somewhat mysterious narrative. This designation, loaded with symbolism, could be associated with ancient local legends, a particular shape of the region's topography that evokes this figure, or historical episodes lost to time but still echoing in collective memory. It is, in itself, an invitation to reflect on the history and traditions that have shaped the identity of São Martinho da Cortiça and the Espinho Valley.
The "Língua do Frade" is a structure that, by its nature, integrates into the region's architectural heritage. This place was conceived to play a fundamental role in the preservation and dissemination of the community's collective memory. Within its walls, visitors have the opportunity to explore aspects of local history, ethnography, and traditions that have marked the daily lives of its inhabitants over the centuries. Through various approaches, it aims to tell the story of rural life, traditional crafts, and the evolution of the landscape, serving as a cultural hub where the past meets the present.
The construction of the "Língua do Frade" reflects a harmonious adaptation to the surrounding environment of the Espinho Valley. Its lasting presence in the landscape is a testament to humanity's capacity to shape and be shaped by nature, utilizing local resources and respecting the terrain's characteristics. The building is not merely a space for knowledge, but also an element that visually enriches the natural scenery, inviting contemplation of its form and the profound relationship it establishes with the surrounding rural environment, an unbreakable link between the built and natural heritage.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.2470827,-8.12762
Coordinates DMS: 40°14'49.5"N 08°07'39.4"W
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