Category: Archaeology > Way
District: Viseu > Viseu > Lages de Ranhados > Bairro da Quinta de Santa Luzia
Located in the village of Lages de Ranhados, sections of these ancient routes are integrated into the Quinta de Santa Luzia Neighborhood, a predominantly residential area within the municipality of Viseu. This setting offers a more tranquil discovery experience, where historical remains are revealed discreetly, in contact with the daily life of the local community. Their presence underscores how the past intertwines with the present, even in developed urban environments.
The segments of these ancient routes are a direct testimony to the communication paths that once crisscrossed the municipality of Viseu. They represent the paths along which generations of people traveled, where trade flourished, and ideas circulated. These sections remind us of the importance of road infrastructure in organizing communities and connecting settlements, offering a perspective on the dynamics and evolution of daily life in remote eras.
Upon observing these remnants, visitors are faced with preserved portions of a road network that has withstood time. It is not a complete road, but rather sections that invite reflection on their resilience and durability. Their simple existence allows for a tangible connection with history, showing how the engineering and planning of yesteryear left lasting marks on the landscape, even beneath the asphalt or amidst more recent constructions.
The particularity of this site lies in how antiquity manifests within a contemporary environment. These sections of ancient routes coexist with the modern life of the neighborhood, serving as a subtle reminder of historical continuity. It is an example of how heritage can be present in an unexpected way, inviting a more careful appreciation of our surroundings and a valuing of the cultural legacy often hidden within the urban fabric.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.64307222,-7.89936752
Coordinates DMS: 40°38'35.1"N 07°53'57.7"W
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