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Estrela UNESCO Global Geopark

PT

The Interpretative Centre of Zêzere Glacial Valley is a dedicated hub that provides insights into the rich geological history of the region, emphasising the significance of the glacial valley.The region boasts a collection of significant military monuments, with castles taking centre stage. Among them, the 13th-century Belmonte Castle stands out as a prominent attraction, along with the 12th-century castles of Celorico, Linhares da Beira, Guarda, Avô, and Folgosinho.

Estrela UNESCO Global Geopark in PT
Photo: José Santos · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
CategoryUNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK
LocationPT
DatasetUNESCO Global Geoparks
Listed/year2020
Oddness signal90/99
Data completeness95%
SignificanceGLOBAL GEOHERITAGE; 221,600 ha

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