Category: Archaeology > Settlement
District: Faro > Alcoutim > Martim Longo > Cerro do Castelo de Santa Justa
Located in Martim Longo, Alcoutim, in the Algarve region of Portugal, Cerro do Castelo de Santa Justa is a Copper Age archaeological site.
The Chalcolithic settlement consists of walls, towers, residential structures (huts), and functional areas, both inside and outside the walls.
Cerro do Castelo de Santa Justa was classified as a Property of Public Interest due to its archaeological relevance, according to decree 29/90, of July 17th.
Among the archaeological finds are pottery fragments, traces of lithic industry, idols adorned with horns, and tools related to copper smelting, such as crucibles.
According to the discovered remains, the settlement was inhabited during the Chalcolithic period.
The site underwent excavations between 1979 and 1984, providing valuable information about the life and culture of its ancient inhabitants.
Tourists have the opportunity to explore the settlement's ruins, walk along the walls and towers, and observe the residential structures.
Visiting Cerro do Castelo de Santa Justa allows tourists to delve into history and better understand the way of life of the ancient peoples who inhabited the region.
Besides the ruins, visitors can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, characterized by the rural and mountainous nature of the Algarve.
It is recommended to consult local tourist guides or obtain updated information before visiting the archaeological site to get precise directions, details on visiting hours, and possible restrictions.
Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Povoado_calcolítico_do_Cerro_do_Castelo
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 37.421043,-7.702847
Coordinates DMS: 37°25'15.8"N 07°42'10.2"W
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