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Anta 2 of São Rafael

Category: Archaeology > Dolmen

District: Portalegre > Alandroal > Alandroal

Location

Anta 2 of São Rafael is nestled in the serene landscape of the Alandroal municipality, in the Portalegre district. Located in the town of Alandroal, this monument is integrated into the vast and tranquil rural setting typical of the Alto Alentejo. The site is characterized by an expanse of open fields, dotted with cork oaks and olive groves, offering an unobstructed view over the plain, inviting contemplation and direct contact with nature and the region's ancient heritage.

Prehistoric Legacy

This dolmen represents a remarkable testament to human presence in ancient times, marking the landscape with its imposing structure. Erected millennia ago, it is an ancestral megalithic construction, built with large stone blocks. These monuments were primarily used as collective tombs by the communities that inhabited these lands in Prehistory, offering a fascinating window into their beliefs and funerary rituals.

Ancestral Ingenuity and Symbolism

Anta 2 of São Rafael reflects the impressive ingenuity and technical knowledge of Neolithic populations. Observing how the enormous stones were arranged to form a central chamber, covered by a large slab, is an invitation to admire the constructive capability of our ancestors. Beyond their practical function, these monuments certainly held profound symbolic value, connecting communities to the territory and their ancestors, enduring to this day as timeless landmarks in the Alentejo landscape.

Natural Setting and Contemplation

The environment surrounding Anta 2 of São Rafael offers an experience of quietude and introspection. The integration of the monument into the natural scenery of Alandroal, with its characteristic light and the sounds of rural life, allows visitors a deep connection with history and the environment. It is a suitable place for a peaceful pause, to imagine the lives of those who once lived here, and to appreciate the vastness and the subtle beauty of the Alentejo plain.

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Coordinates DD: 38.77517964865624, -7.196803301560591
Coordinates DMS: 38°46'30.6"N 07°11'48.5"W

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