Quinta pedagógica, Petting zoo in Miranda do Corvo, Portugal.
Quinta Pedagógica is a biological park with animals arranged in different sections, including a petting zoo and a wildlife area in Serra da Lousa. The site holds several hundred animals distributed across various areas of the grounds.
The site was created to preserve traditional Portuguese livestock breeds that generated wealth through agriculture over many centuries. This led to a place that both documents and continues this farming heritage.
The site preserves traditional Portuguese livestock breeds such as Minho sheep, Alentejo pigs, and Barrosã cattle. These animals remain connected to the rural way of life and farming practices that shaped the region's identity.
The grounds are open during daytime hours and offer several areas to explore, including a covered riding center and a fruit tree maze. It is well-organized so visitors can easily move between different attractions.
The site is notable for employing people with disabilities and mental health conditions in animal care and museum work. This practice makes the center a social place that reaches beyond typical recreation.
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