Uvas Roundabout

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Lisboa > Torres Vedras > Catefica > Uvas

Location

The Grape Roundabout (Rotunda das Uvas) is serenely situated in the locality of Catefica, within the municipality of Torres Vedras, right in the district of Lisbon. This landmark marks the entrance or an important intersection in the area of Uvas, nestled within a predominantly rural and rustic environment, characteristic of Portugal's Oeste region.

Its position invites a contemplative pause, offering a perspective of the surrounding landscape, marked by terraces and vineyards that have for centuries shaped the daily life and local economy, granting it an intrinsic connection to its surrounding environment.

Homage to the Vine and Wine

The Grape Roundabout is more than a mere element of road infrastructure; it is an artistic and symbolic expression that celebrates the deep connection of the Torres Vedras region to the culture of the vine and wine production. Its very name, Uvas (Grapes), is an unequivocal testament to this heritage, referring to the richness of the soils and the viticultural tradition that has taken root here over generations.

It constitutes a tribute to those who, with their hard work and dedication, transformed the landscape and made this area one of the pillars of national wine production, reflecting the cultural and economic value of the vines for the local community.

Conception and Cultural Value

At its center, this roundabout hosts an artistic or sculptural intervention that materializes the theme of grapes and harvest, inviting interpretation and recognition of the local heritage. Although not a museum in the conventional sense, the Grape Roundabout functions as an open-air exhibition space, where the history and symbolism of viticulture are perpetuated through visual elements integrated into the public space.

Its conception is integrated into the civil architecture of the locality, serving not only as a point of orientation for those passing through, but also as a constant reminder of the cultural and economic identity that defines Catefica and the municipality of Torres Vedras, reinforcing pride in its agricultural heritage.

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