Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Lisboa > Vila Franca de Xira > Alverca do Ribatejo > Alverca do Ribatejo e Sobralinho
The "Homage to Josué Martins Romão" is located in Alverca do Ribatejo, a city within the municipality of Vila Franca de Xira, belonging to the district of Lisbon. Situated on the northern bank of the Tagus estuary, Alverca is a locality with urban characteristics marked by its history and the dynamism of the capital's metropolitan area. This tribute point is integrated into the urban fabric of the parish of Alverca do Ribatejo and Sobralinho, marking its presence in an environment where local life unfolds and memory is valued.
This place was conceived as a public manifestation of recognition and memory to Josué Martins Romão, a figure whose relevance to the Alverca community is perpetuated here. Its existence underscores the importance of remembering personalities who, through their journey and contribution, shaped the identity and development of the region. It is not a traditional exhibition space, but rather a reference point that invites reflection on the legacy of those who marked local history, serving as a link between the past and the present of the locality.
The "Homage to Josué Martins Romão" stands as a landmark aimed at preserving and disseminating the influence of a significant personality for Alverca do Ribatejo. By visiting this place, passers-by are invited to contemplate the path and impact of Josué Martins Romão on the life of the community. The main objective of this tribute is to ensure that his name and the values he represented remain alive, inspiring future generations to understand the importance of individual contributions to the social and cultural growth of a city.
For the inhabitants of Alverca do Ribatejo, the presence of this homage holds deep civic and cultural significance. It represents formal recognition of merits and achievements, functioning as a point of unity and pride for different generations. It is a site where local identity is reinforced through the remembrance of figures who contributed to its historical construction. This element enriches the cultural heritage of the region, offering visitors an opportunity to connect with the roots and memories that characterize this part of Ribatejo.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.8979657,-9.0377175
Coordinates DMS: 38°53'52.7"N 09°02'15.8"W