Category: Nature > Reserva natural
District: Vila Real > Vila Real > Arnadelo > Lugar da Urraca
The Necropolis of Arnadelo is located in the locality of Arnadelo, more precisely in Lugar da Urraca, within the municipality of Vila Real. This site is integrated into the vast and protected area of the Alvão/Marão Site of Community Importance, a territory known for its natural beauty and the characteristic landscapes of the Trás-os-Montes region.
Its position, in a hilly area, allows the necropolis to harmoniously fit into an environment dominated by rock formations, offering direct contact with the geological and rural essence of the surrounding landscape.
The Necropolis of Arnadelo is a remarkable testament to ancient times, inviting reflection on the communities that once inhabited this region. It is a collection of tombs carved directly into the natural rock, a funerary practice dating back to different historical periods, from Antiquity to the Early Middle Ages.
These structures, with their simplicity and deep integration into the rocky substrate itself, reveal how the ancestral populations of Arnadelo related to their territory, often choosing prominent locations for their burials, thus perpetuating their presence in the landscape in a unique way.
A visit to the Necropolis of Arnadelo is an experience inseparable from its natural setting. Being part of the Alvão/Marão Site of Community Importance, the site benefits from a preserved environment that enhances the beauty of the landscape, marked by the presence of distinct geological formations and the region's native vegetation.
This place offers an opportunity to appreciate not only the human heritage left in the rocks but also the stillness and raw beauty of the Trás-os-Montes territory. It is an invitation to contemplate nature and the history inscribed within it, providing a moment of authentic connection between the past and the present.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.261476646667, -7.7855380733333
Coordinates DMS: 41°15'41.3"N 07°47'7.9"W
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