Terreiro da Luta, Cultural site in Monte, Portugal
Description
Terreiro da Luta is a site with historic buildings and monuments located on elevated ground in the Monte district of Funchal, Madeira. The grounds include a former train station that now serves as a restaurant and event space, along with several religious structures and memorials.
History
The site gained significance as a memorial to the 1917 German submarine bombing of Funchal during World War I. A sanctuary was built to commemorate this event and honor the victims.
Culture
The name Terreiro da Luta means "battlefield" in Portuguese and reflects the conflicts that took place here. Visitors can experience the spiritual role of this location through the sanctuaries and monuments that shape its character today.
Practical
The site is easily accessible from Monte and offers various activities for visitors, including dining and event space options. Wear comfortable shoes as the grounds are hilly with several staircases throughout.
Did you know?
Nearby stands an old ice storage called Poço de Neve that collected ice in winter for use in hospitals and hotels during summer. This structure shows how visitors and locals once solved cooling problems with creative engineering.
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