Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Lisboa > Torres Vedras > Torres Vedras
This museum is an essential stop for anyone wishing to learn about the history and culture of the Torres Vedras region. It is known by its older name, Museu Torreense, but its official name is Museu Municipal Leonel Trindade. Housed in a historic building, it preserves a vast heritage that tells the story of this land's evolution over thousands of years.
The museum is located in the former Convento da Graça. This convent has its own interesting history, and the architecture of the space is worth visiting on its own. Walking through the corridors and rooms of the old religious building adds a special layer to the museum experience.
Inside, the museum presents different thematic areas. There is a section dedicated to archaeology, showcasing findings from prehistory to the Roman era, which reveal the region's first inhabitants. Another section focuses on military history, with special attention to the famous Lines of Torres Vedras and the Battle of Vimeiro, crucial moments for Portugal.
There are also collections related to ethnography, which illustrate the daily life of people in the area, especially in rural settings, with everyday objects, costumes, and tools. Furthermore, there are sections that address the history of the city and its transformations over time.
Visiting this museum is like taking an authentic journey through time, from the oldest traces of human occupation to more recent periods. It's an opportunity to understand the local identity and traditions, told through objects, documents, and recreated environments.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 39.0908289,-9.2595659
Coordinates DMS: 39°05'27.0"N 09°15'34.4"W
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