Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Portalegre > Marvão > Beirã
Situated in the tranquil locality of Beirã, in the municipality of Marvão, district of Portalegre, the Celtic Sepulchre is set within a natural environment of great beauty. This site benefits from the serene atmosphere and surrounding landscape, characteristic of the Serra de São Mamede, marked by luxuriant vegetation and rocky outcrops.
Its position invites quietude and observation, a refuge where silence and wide horizon views combine, offering an immersive experience in the nature and heritage of the Alto Alentejo.
The Celtic Sepulchre stands as a remarkable testament to the presence of ancestral communities in the region. Its structure directly connects us to the Iron Age, echoing the beliefs and rituals of the peoples who inhabited these lands millennia ago, such as the Celtiberians or other pre-Roman populations who shaped the cultural landscape of the Iberian Peninsula.
This unique construction, even in its simplest configuration, provides a window into the burial practices and worldview of these ancient civilizations. It is a place that invites deep reflection on the passage of time and the cultures that preceded the formation of the territory known today, making history palpable in the silence of the stone.
Despite its potentially discreet appearance, the Celtic Sepulchre is designed to allow for a deep understanding of its meaning and historical context. The site reveals, through its very presence and integration into the landscape, the customs and way of life of its builders.
This place serves as a point of discovery, where archaeology and the heritage left by these millennial civilizations are explored. It represents a unique opportunity to observe an element of ancient funerary architecture and to imagine the human narratives associated with it.
The use of stone in the construction of the Celtic Sepulchre underscores its durability and profound symbolism. The rocks, which blend harmoniously with the natural surroundings of Beirã, were carefully chosen and arranged to mark a place of eternal rest.
This primordial architectural element reflects the connection of ancient peoples with the earth and natural cycles, lending the monument a timeless presence. The simplicity and robustness of the construction are, in themselves, elements of interest, inviting careful observation of the techniques and intentions of its creators, revealing a deep relationship with the environment and local raw materials.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 39.4482039,-7.3912869
Coordinates DMS: 39°26'53.5"N 07°23'28.6"W
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