Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Vila Real > Ribeira de Pena > Amarelos > Santa Marinha
Situated in the Santa Marinha urbanization, in the tranquil locality of Amarelos, Santa Barbara is located in the municipality of Ribeira de Pena. Its elevated position offers a privileged perspective over the surrounding landscape, a distinctive feature that shapes the visitor's experience. It is a natural landmark in the area, easily identifiable by its unobstructed view.
Santa Barbara is essentially a viewpoint, designed to offer a wide and generous panoramic vista. From this spot, the view extends over the neighboring hills, revealing the characteristic topography of the Ribeira de Pena region. It is an invitation to observe nature, with the predominant green of the slopes forming a tableau that constantly changes with the seasons. The breadth of the visible horizon allows one to grasp the vastness and natural beauty of the territory.
This location offers an environment conducive to contemplation and relaxation. The serenity that comes from the landscape view, where the gaze gets lost in the gentle lines of the peaks and valleys, allows for a moment of pause. It is an ideal space for those seeking an instant of tranquility, to breathe the fresh air and absorb the calm atmosphere of the surroundings. The simplicity of the place invites a genuine experience of connection with the surrounding nature.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.5252208,-7.7298017
Coordinates DMS: 41°31'30.8"N 07°43'47.3"W