Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Vila Real > Valpaços > Água Revés e Crasto
The Castro de Crasto is located in the parish of Água Revés e Crasto, part of the Valpaços region. This site marks a landscape transition zone between the "Hot Land" (Terra Quente) and the "Cold Land" (Terra Fria) of Northeast Trás-os-Montes.
The surroundings are characterized by a pleasant climate and an abundance of water resources, with the Torto River flowing nearby. The castro's position offers a perspective over the surrounding landscape, which extends across agricultural fields, providing a tranquil environment integrated into the Trás-os-Montes nature.
The Castro de Crasto is a remnant of an ancient settlement that existed in this area in remote times. The archaeological site invites a journey back in time, revealing how communities established and organized themselves in this territory long before Romanization.
Visiting this site allows one to imagine the daily life of its inhabitants, their routines, and their relationship with the natural environment that surrounded them, offering a direct connection to the region's distant past.
At the Castro de Crasto, it is possible to observe the remnants of two thick walls, which bear witness to the defensive nature of this ancient settlement. These stone structures are among the most visible elements of the ancient fortification.
On site, ceramic fragments were found, indicating the artisanal production of the castro's inhabitants. There are also some stones with inscriptions, whose meaning largely remains a mystery, sparking the curiosity of observers about the messages and customs of those who lived there.
The history of Castro de Crasto is not limited to its oldest origins; the site denotes a subsequent influence of Roman civilization. This Romanization is suggested by various archaeological findings discovered on site.
The presence of Roman artifacts points to cultural interaction and the assimilation of new customs and techniques by the populations inhabiting the castro. This layer of history enriches the understanding of the site's evolution over the centuries.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.5634631,-7.3204532
Coordinates DMS: 41°33'48.5"N 07°19'13.6"W
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