Necropolis of Carenque, Archaeological site and nature reserve in Mina de Água, Portugal.
The Necropolis of Carenque contains three burial chambers carved into limestone outcrops, each featuring access corridors and skylights covered with stone slabs.
Manuel Heleno discovered and excavated these late Neolithic collective tombs in 1932, leading to their classification as a National Monument in 1936.
The burial chambers contained human remains, limestone idols, crescent-shaped artifacts, schist plates, and tools representing Mediterranean funeral traditions from 3000 BCE.
Visitors need to schedule appointments through the Amadora Archaeological Museum by phone or email to access the site during opening hours.
The excavated chambers reveal a structured construction plan with identical architectural elements, indicating advanced engineering knowledge during the Neolithic period.
Location: Mina de Água
Opening Hours: Martedì-Domenica 14:30-17:30
GPS coordinates: 38.77341,-9.24387
Latest update: March 16, 2025 06:29
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