Archaeological station of Póvoa de Mileu

Category: Archaeology > Villa

District: Guarda > Guarda > Guarda > Póvoa de Mileu

Location and Access

, Near the city of Guarda, accessible via the Chapel of Nossa Senhora do Mileu.

Discovery

, Accidental finds in 1951 during construction work.

, Historical importance confirmed by Adriano Vasco Rodrigues in the 1960s.

Remains

, Ruins of an ancient Roman villa.

, Artifacts such as ceramics, coins, and statues exhibited in the Guarda Museum.

Adjacent Heritage

, Romanesque chapel from the 12th/13th century open to visitation.

Cultural

, Important for understanding life in Roman Lusitania.

, Historical area frequented by pilgrims throughout the centuries.

Preservation

, Structures restored for public visits.

, Protected as a Property of Public Interest.

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