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Metassediments of Quinta da Taberna (Geosite), Guarda
The geology of Quinta da Taberna and its surroundings is characterized by the presence of ancient sedimentary rocks that underwent metamorphism, becoming metasedimentary rocks, with outcrops showing intercalations of schists and greywackes. Subject to high pressure and temperatures at depth (metamorphism), these rocks were gradually deformed and modified, currently outcropping due to tectonic movements and to erosion. Some places, show folds that resemble a roof tile. The rocks of this geosite are very old, exceeding 540 million years, making them one of the oldest of the Estrela Geopark.
CHARACTERISTICS
LOCATION
Address: Videmonte
City: Guarda
Postal Code: 6300 - 559
Telephone: 271220167
Email: info@geoparkestrela.pt
Website: http://www.geoparkestrela.pt
City: Guarda
Postal Code: 6300 - 559
Telephone: 271220167
Email: info@geoparkestrela.pt
Website: http://www.geoparkestrela.pt
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:
-
Difficulty Level:
-
Group Visits:
Yes
Minimum Number of Person per group:
5
Maximum Number of Person per group:
30
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult http://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo-todos
Guided Tours:
Yes
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult http://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo-todos
Specific Conditions:
-
Method:
-
Difficulty Level:
-
Group Visits:
Yes
Minimum Number of Person per group:
5
Maximum Number of Person per group:
30
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult http://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo-todos
Guided Tours:
Yes
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult http://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo-todos
EXISTING EQUIPMENT
GEOLOGICAL / MINING INTEREST
History Patrimony:
-
Activity Program:
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Study and Research Unit:
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Audiovisual and Multimedia Resources:
-
Volunteering Programs:
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Activity Program:
-
Study and Research Unit:
-
Audiovisual and Multimedia Resources:
-
Volunteering Programs:
-
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE
Activity Description:
Educational Programs
Target Audience:
Primary, secondary and university students
Activity Cost:
5€
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 of the Aspiring Geopark Estrela are at this moment geared towards the Portuguese language. However programs can be ajusted to foreing languages.
Educational Programs
Target Audience:
Primary, secondary and university students
Activity Cost:
5€
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 of the Aspiring Geopark Estrela are at this moment geared towards the Portuguese language. However programs can be ajusted to foreing languages.
EXTERNAL SUPPORT
TRANSPORT
Type of Transport:
Táxi
Agency Name:
Praça de táxis
Telephone Number:
271221863
Parking for private vehicles:
Yes
Táxi
Agency Name:
Praça de táxis
Telephone Number:
271221863
Parking for private vehicles:
Yes
SITES OF TOURISTIC INTEREST
ASSOCIATED ROUTES
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