Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Viana do Castelo > Viana do Castelo > Geraz do Lima (Santa Maria, Santa Leocádia e Moreira) e Deão
The Côto spring is located in the area covering the parishes of Geraz do Lima (Santa Maria, Santa Leocádia, and Moreira) and Deão, in the municipality of Viana do Castelo. Situated in a predominantly rural environment, it lies along a path that invites exploration of the Minho landscape, far from the hustle and bustle of urban centers.
Its position in the region suggests direct contact with the tranquility of nature, characteristic of the Alto Minho lands.
As a simple element of the local landscape, the Côto spring represents a traditional landmark. Historically, springs like this served as water sources for the community and for passersby, a vestige of the daily practices of the region's rural past.
Its simplicity is its strength, integrating discreetly, yet authentically, into the rural scenery. It is a space that reflects the connection to the land and its natural resources.
The Côto spring offers visitors a place for a brief stop and rest. It is an invitation to slow down, allowing the visitor to enjoy the silence and clean air that characterize this area.
This is a place to observe the natural surroundings, feel the calm of the countryside, and absorb the atmosphere of serenity, ideal for those seeking a moment of peace on their journey.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.6984081,-8.691302
Coordinates DMS: 41°41'54.3"N 08°41'28.7"W
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