Gruta em Nossa Senhora da Luz
A cave located on the eastern side of the Candeeiros Mountain, formed bu Dogger limestone. The cave was escavated in 1880 and was then described as one of the largest furnas in Portugal. In 1936, another, more modern cave, was found, with objects from the copper age period. It is classed as a National Monument.
Contacts
Rio Maior
2040,Rio Maior
- car access
Characteristics
Natural Resources near Gruta em Nossa Senhora da Luz
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