Category: Culture and Entertainment > Swing
District: Évora > Alandroal > Alandroal > Nossa Senhora da Conceição
The São Bento Swing is located in the municipality of Alandroal, a town within the vast and serene district of Évora. More specifically, it is situated in the parish of Nossa Senhora da Conceição, in the town of Alandroal itself.
Its position was strategically chosen to offer a privileged view of the Alentejo landscape. It is a spot where visitors can absorb the essence of the region, characterized by the expanse of its fields and the tranquility of its rural environment.
This swing provides an experience of contemplating the typical Alentejo landscape. From it, one can observe the open fields, dotted with extensive olive groves and cork oaks, stretching under the vast Alentejo sky. The view reaches the horizon, revealing the gentle undulation of the terrain that characterizes this part of the country.
The location offers a unique setting for moments of quietude and appreciation of nature, allowing for an immersion in the region's unpretentious tranquility and beauty.
The São Bento Swing is more than a mere observation point; it is an invitation to pause and harmonize with the surrounding environment. The Alentejo is known for its slow rhythms and the calm that emanates from its landscape. In this place, this serenity is palpable.
The vastness of the sky is a striking element, transforming the experience depending on the time of day. At dawn or dusk, the spectacle of colors painting the horizon can be particularly captivating, while clear nights offer remarkable stargazing.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.70617809844894, -7.396846946066138
Coordinates DMS: 38°42'22.2"N 07°23'48.6"W