Category: Archaeology > Dolmen
District: Portalegre > Elvas > Elvas > São Brás e São Lourenço
This remarkable ancestral monument is nestled in the serene rural landscape of the parish of São Brás e São Lourenço, in the municipality of Elvas, district of Portalegre. Situated at an altitude of 251 meters, its surroundings are marked by the tranquility of the Alentejo fields, punctuated by extensive orchards and olive groves that characterize this region, offering an authentic glimpse into the local agricultural environment.
The Anta da Quinta do Forte de Botas represents an impressive testament to the communities that inhabited these lands thousands of years ago, during the Neolithic or Chalcolithic periods. This collective funerary monument, built with great skill and effort, invites reflection on the beliefs and rituals of our ancestors, being one of the most significant megalithic examples in the region of Elvas and the Alto Alentejo.
The imposing nature of the Anta da Quinta do Forte de Botas is revealed in its well-preserved structure. It is composed of a corridor leading to a polygonal chamber, a characteristic feature of these structures. Its eight schist standing stones are a prominent feature, some of which reach a remarkable height of over three and a half meters, demonstrating the monumental scale that prehistoric builders were able to achieve.
Recognized for its historical and archaeological importance, the Anta da Quinta do Forte de Botas is classified as a Property of Public Interest. This classification underscores its inestimable value to Portuguese cultural heritage, ensuring its preservation and recognition as a fundamental landmark for understanding prehistory in the Alentejo region.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.844546897764914,-7.202992846593922
Coordinates DMS: 38°50'40.4"N 07°12'10.8"W
Weather Elvas
On-duty Pharmacy Elvas
