Castro of Vila Nova de São Pedro, Archaeological site and nature reserve in Manique do Intendente, Portugal.
The Castro of Vila Nova de São Pedro extends across 2,089 hectares, featuring both protected natural landscapes and ancient settlement remains.
Excavations from 1936 revealed a fortified Chalcolithic settlement dating back to 2600 BCE, with walls constructed from rocks covered in clay.
The site contains a semi-circular domed kiln and limestone structures that demonstrate early industrial ceramic production methods from prehistoric times.
The site maintains continuous access throughout the day and night, though visitors should note the terrain is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Archaeologists discovered thousands of arrowheads within the settlement, including palmela-style points that indicate trade networks extending 1000 kilometers into Europe.
Location: Manique do Intendente, Vila Nova de São Pedro e Maçussa
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Opening Hours: 24/7
Website: http://monumentos.gov.pt/Site/APP_PagesUser/SIPA.aspx?id=6278
GPS coordinates: 39.21973,-8.84040
Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:02
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