Conjunto Megalítico de Barreira
Conjunto Megalítico de Barreira, Neolithic cromlech in São João das Lampas, Portugal
Twenty cylindrical standing stones of different heights form a circular pattern, with the central menhir reaching four meters in elevation at 150 meters altitude.
Archaeologists Gil Estevam Miguéis Andrade and Eduardo Prescott Vicente identified the megalithic site in 1961, leading to its protection status in 1993.
The stone arrangement contains pairs of small circular indentations that may represent eyes, indicating possible ritual or ceremonial purposes during prehistoric times.
The archaeological complex stands on private property near Odrinhas village, where visitors can explore additional Roman ruins and an archaeological museum.
Several stones from the original formation were removed in 1975 for construction at Port of Ericeira, including three menhirs taken by landowners in 1985.
Location: São João das Lampas e Terrugem
GPS coordinates: 38.88795,-9.37207
Latest update: March 15, 2025 10:30
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