Monsanto

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Have you ever been to Monsanto?

In their geography, climate and fauna, the plains of the Beira Interior region, between the foothills of the Serra da Gardunha and the River Ponsul, form the transitional zone between the north and south of Portugal. Standing above them on a high crag is the historical village of Monsanto.

It is said that, from this bulwark, the village was able to withstand the siege imposed by the Romans in the 2nd century BC for as long as seven years. This extraordinary feat is commemorated by the villagers in their Festa das Cruzes (Festival of the Crosses), every year on 3 May.

The village offers visitors some of the most interesting human landscapes in Portugal. It spreads along the hillside, making use of the granite boulders to form the walls of the houses. In some cases, a single block of stone forms the roof, which is why the houses are popularly said to have "only one tile".

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"We took this tour and we are happy with the choice. The guide was very kind and the day was relaxed and informative. Monsanto and Piódão are really unique places!"
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"It is worth a visit, in the middle of the mountains, this little typical village is such a wonderful place to go, don't miss it!"

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