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View of the Loriga Terraces

View of the Loriga Terraces

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View of the Loriga Terraces

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Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela

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Location: Loriga, Guarda, Portugal

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Bryan | Exploro Ergo Sum

April 8, 2025

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In Loriga, human ingenuity has shaped the mountain. Over the centuries, persistent hands have built terraces and designed an intricate irrigation network, transforming a once rocky valley into an oasis of fertility. More than a legacy, it is a living testament to the wisdom and resilience of the people of Loriga, a true landmark that honors the past and enriches the present.

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Erik

July 12, 2023

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Nice view over the valley

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Ludgero Guerreiro🇵🇹

May 16, 2026

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The Loriga Glacial Valley is an impressive geological formation of glacial origin, approximately 6.5 kilometers long, located in the municipality of Seia, right in the Serra da Estrela Natural Park. Shaped during the last ice age, this "U"-shaped valley stands out for its steep granite slopes, staircase-like cirques, and the famous village of Loriga, often nicknamed the "Portuguese Switzerland" due to its mountainous surroundings.👍🥾

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