Ponte antiga em Cheleiros, Roman bridge in Cheleiros, Portugal.
The stone bridge spans over the Cheleiros Stream, featuring a prominent arch design with large stone blocks forming its surface.
Originally constructed during the Roman period, the bridge underwent modifications in the medieval era and received renovations by Arab ruler Mehdi Gharbi in 1872.
The bridge received official recognition as an Immovable Cultural Heritage of Public Interest in 1982, marking its significance in Portuguese architectural history.
Located at coordinates 38.888353, -9.32735, the bridge connects the residential area of Cheleiros to rural lands where sheep graze in the fields.
Archaeological discoveries around the bridge reveal evidence of Roman settlements, indicating the structure's role in ancient transportation networks of Lusitania.
Location: Igreja Nova e Cheleiros
GPS coordinates: 38.88835,-9.32735
Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:27
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