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Geosite Conrad and Moho discontinuities in Lagoa, Lagoa
In this geosite, in addition of the uncommon rocks, we can also see the Conrad and Moho seismic discontinuities. "Seismic discontinuities" are limits that separate different types of materials inside the planet Earth and are known for the changes they cause in the propagation of seismic waves. The Conrad Discontinuity occurs about 20 km deep in the contact between the upper continental crust, represented by the gnaisses (Gnaisse de Lagoa) and the lower continental crust, represented by the granulites. The Moho or Mohorovicic Discontinuity occurs about 40 km deep and represents the contact between the lower continental crust (granulites) and the rocks of the upper mantle (peridotites).
CHARACTERISTICS
LOCATION
Address: Lagoa
City: Lagoa
Postal Code: 5340 - 302
Telephone: 278428101
Email: geral@geoparkterrasdecavaleiros.com
Website: http://geoparkterrasdecavaleiros.com
City: Lagoa
Postal Code: 5340 - 302
Telephone: 278428101
Email: geral@geoparkterrasdecavaleiros.com
Website: http://geoparkterrasdecavaleiros.com
FUNCTIONING
Public venue, with no timetable or entrance fee.
ORGANISATION OF THE VISIT
The visit to this Point does not require prior booking and can be done individually.
Specific Conditions:
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Method:
Private vehicle
Difficulty Level:
Average
Group Visits:
Yes
Minimum Number of Person per group:
5
Maximum Number of Person per group:
35
Observations:
-
Guided Tours:
Yes
Observations:
Can be previously arranged if you choose so.
Specific Conditions:
-
Method:
Private vehicle
Difficulty Level:
Average
Group Visits:
Yes
Minimum Number of Person per group:
5
Maximum Number of Person per group:
35
Observations:
-
Guided Tours:
Yes
Observations:
Can be previously arranged if you choose so.
EXISTING EQUIPMENT
Geological curiosity
GEOLOGICAL / MINING INTEREST
History Patrimony:
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Activity Program:
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Study and Research Unit:
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Audiovisual and Multimedia Resources:
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Volunteering Programs:
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Activity Program:
-
Study and Research Unit:
-
Audiovisual and Multimedia Resources:
-
Volunteering Programs:
-
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE
Activity Description:
The educational programs developed by Geopark Terras de Cavaleiros are designed to satisfy the different levels of education and the respective curricular programs. Enrich students' learning in a playful and scientific way and strengthen relations between the territory and the local community. These programs aim to improve the contribution of schools to the environment, encouraging and promoting behaviors for the preservation and conservation of nature.
Target Audience:
Schools
Activity Cost:
3€
Weekly Schedule:
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
Weekend and Holidays Schedule:
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
Exceptions:
-
Observations:
-
The educational programs developed by Geopark Terras de Cavaleiros are designed to satisfy the different levels of education and the respective curricular programs. Enrich students' learning in a playful and scientific way and strengthen relations between the territory and the local community. These programs aim to improve the contribution of schools to the environment, encouraging and promoting behaviors for the preservation and conservation of nature.
Target Audience:
Schools
Activity Cost:
3€
Weekly Schedule:
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
Weekend and Holidays Schedule:
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
Exceptions:
-
Observations:
-
EXTERNAL SUPPORT
Cultural Facilities
http://www.cm-macedodecavaleiros.pt
Security Forces
http://www.cm-macedodecavaleiros.pt
Where to Stay
http://geoparkterrasdecavaleiros.net/pt-pt/onde-ficar
Where to Eat
http://geoparkterrasdecavaleiros.net/pt-pt/onde-comer
http://www.cm-macedodecavaleiros.pt
Security Forces
http://www.cm-macedodecavaleiros.pt
Where to Stay
http://geoparkterrasdecavaleiros.net/pt-pt/onde-ficar
Where to Eat
http://geoparkterrasdecavaleiros.net/pt-pt/onde-comer
TRANSPORT
Type of Transport:
T. Rodoviário
Agency Name:
Transporte individual
Telephone Number:
278428101
Type of Transport:
Táxi
Agency Name:
Fernando Augusto Xavier
Telephone Number:
936423861
Parking for private vehicles:
Yes
T. Rodoviário
Agency Name:
Transporte individual
Telephone Number:
278428101
Type of Transport:
Táxi
Agency Name:
Fernando Augusto Xavier
Telephone Number:
936423861
Parking for private vehicles:
Yes
SITES OF TOURISTIC INTEREST
Geological interpretation centre of Morais
The old forest house was turned into a geological interpretation centre, which role is to support the exploration of the Massif of Morais, a main point of interest of the local geology. It’s stage of a permanent exhibition of interpretation of the treasures associated with this massif. It is also used as a reception centre for the visitors, organization and realization of activities where visitors can observe different types of rocks, it is also part of some of the parks educational programs.
gps: 41.491608 -6.783928
distance: 0km
The old forest house was turned into a geological interpretation centre, which role is to support the exploration of the Massif of Morais, a main point of interest of the local geology. It’s stage of a permanent exhibition of interpretation of the treasures associated with this massif. It is also used as a reception centre for the visitors, organization and realization of activities where visitors can observe different types of rocks, it is also part of some of the parks educational programs.
gps: 41.491608 -6.783928
distance: 0km
ASSOCIATED ROUTES
Geoparks in Portugal
Geoparks in Portugal UNESCO World Geoparks are territories with locations and landscapes of international geological importance, which combine the protection and promotion of its heritage with sustainable development. They are unique places where the oldest memories are millions of years old and include key locations that testify to the evolution of our planet. These territories are classified by UNESCO under the International Geosciences and Geoparks Program. Spread across all continents, geoparks are much more than areas of heritage relevance. They are dynamic territories of which local communities are part, where nature, history and culture are intertwined. There are currently 5 UNESCO World Geoparks in Portugal: Naturtejo (2006), Arouca (2009), Azores (2012), Terras de Cavaleiros (2014) and Estrela (2020). The Geopark on the coast of Viana do Castelo is preparing the future application, but its level of implementation in the territory, namely the educational offer it already develops, led to its inclusion in the GUIDE OF THE PORTUGUESE GEOLOGICAL AND MINES SITES, naturally without the status that UNESCO gives to the remaining territories. On the other hand, new applications are being developed, with several projects in the Oeste, Algarve and Figueira da Foz, which in due time may have their presence on this platform. To visit Portuguese geoparks is to embark on a journey that began 600 million years ago, when Portugal occupied a very different place on the globe, going through incredible episodes of formation and destruction of mountains and seas, of the appearance and extinction of species, of the occurrence of deep climate change, major volcanic eruptions ... until today in the relationship between man and the planet On this GUIDE the visitor will find a proposed itinerary to visit the most significant points in each national geopark, including, of course, the one located in the Autonomous Region of the Azores. Take a "good trip" on the GUIDE OF THE PORTUGUESE GEOLOGICAL AND MINES SITES and discover the interesting places we introduce you throughout the country.
Geoparks in Portugal UNESCO World Geoparks are territories with locations and landscapes of international geological importance, which combine the protection and promotion of its heritage with sustainable development. They are unique places where the oldest memories are millions of years old and include key locations that testify to the evolution of our planet. These territories are classified by UNESCO under the International Geosciences and Geoparks Program. Spread across all continents, geoparks are much more than areas of heritage relevance. They are dynamic territories of which local communities are part, where nature, history and culture are intertwined. There are currently 5 UNESCO World Geoparks in Portugal: Naturtejo (2006), Arouca (2009), Azores (2012), Terras de Cavaleiros (2014) and Estrela (2020). The Geopark on the coast of Viana do Castelo is preparing the future application, but its level of implementation in the territory, namely the educational offer it already develops, led to its inclusion in the GUIDE OF THE PORTUGUESE GEOLOGICAL AND MINES SITES, naturally without the status that UNESCO gives to the remaining territories. On the other hand, new applications are being developed, with several projects in the Oeste, Algarve and Figueira da Foz, which in due time may have their presence on this platform. To visit Portuguese geoparks is to embark on a journey that began 600 million years ago, when Portugal occupied a very different place on the globe, going through incredible episodes of formation and destruction of mountains and seas, of the appearance and extinction of species, of the occurrence of deep climate change, major volcanic eruptions ... until today in the relationship between man and the planet On this GUIDE the visitor will find a proposed itinerary to visit the most significant points in each national geopark, including, of course, the one located in the Autonomous Region of the Azores. Take a "good trip" on the GUIDE OF THE PORTUGUESE GEOLOGICAL AND MINES SITES and discover the interesting places we introduce you throughout the country.
SUGGESTIONS OF THE ROUTE- OTHER NEARBY PLACES TO VISIT
Centro Interpretativo das Minas de Argozelo
The "Centro Interpretativo das Minas de Argozelo" is located in "Cortinha do Calvário" in Argozelo. It was inaugurated on the 22nd of March 2015. The building has an exhibition room and an auditorium. In the exhibition room we can see an ex ...
Entrada da Mina
The first access to get in to the mine was made by this door. It is located inside the village of Argozelo, next to the national highway "N218". It is visible and available upon request and accompaniment.
Parque mineiro
Located in the old mining area of Argozelo, here are exposed the equipment and machinery used in the during of mining activity.
Ponte do Mineiro
The miner''s bridge it’s located over the "Sabor" river, served as a passageway for the miners who needed to cross the river to work in the mines of "Ribeira" in "Coelhoso". It’s a Cable Suspension Bridge, has about 35 meters and is suppo ...
The pedestrian route "Rota dos Mineiros de Argozelo"
The pedestrian route "Rota dos Mineiros de Argozelo" begins at the "Centro Interpretativo das Minas de Argozelo" passing through the "Parque das Minas", "Ponte do Mineiro" and "Entrada das Minas", the route have also a variant to the "Sant ...