Working Alliance Street Geomonument

Category: Nature > Reserva natural

District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa

Location

The Rua da Aliança Operária Geommonument is located in Lisbon, in the locality and municipality of the same name, within the district of Lisbon. This site is discreetly situated within the urban fabric of the Portuguese capital, revealing itself as an unexpected natural element in the heart of the city.

Its location on a street that is part of Lisbon's daily life offers a contrast between the built environment and the uniqueness of its geological formation, inviting a pause for careful observation amidst the city's movement.

Geological Testimony

This geommonument represents a geological section of particular interest. The site displays rock layers that document the Earth's history in the Lisbon region, offering a window into the processes that have shaped the landscape over millennia.

Its importance lies in the opportunity to observe formations that would normally be hidden beneath the surface, revealing the underlying composition of the urban soil and the geological transformations that have occurred in the Lisbon basin.

Natural and Scientific Heritage

The Rua da Aliança Operária Geommonument is recognized for its scientific and educational value. It functions as a true open-air natural laboratory, allowing for the study and understanding of local geological dynamics, accessible within the urban context.

Its preservation is fundamental for safeguarding this natural heritage, which constitutes a vital record of the geological evolution of the Lisbon area. This site stands out as a unique point of interest for geology and the appreciation of nature in the city.

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