ARCHAEOLOGICAL AREA OF TOURÓN



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Tipo de sitio:
Petroglyphs / Archaeological Area

Lugar de localización: North side of the valley of the River Verdugo.
Localidad: Tourón
Municipio: Ponte Caldelas (Pontevedra)
Región: Galicia
País: España
Página Web: https://www.pontecaldelas.org/index.php/turismo/area-arqueologica-de-touron

Entorno Natural:

Tourón Archaeological Area is near the coast of Galicia, on the south side of the hills and mountains separating the valleys of the Rivers Almofrei and Verdugo. It is an area of abrupt relief, with outcrops of granite; at a low altitude but with steep slopes. Although plantations of eucalyptus and pine predominate, some dense autochthonous woodland can still be seen.


Evidencias arqueológicas del sitio:

The area of the Rias Baixas is characterised by the wealth and diversity of its prehistoric sites, and among these the open-air rock engravings are the most important and emblematic archaeological evidence.


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Horarios de apertura:

The Archaeological Area is open every day. The Archaeological Centre opens on Saturday and Sunday all year and on public holidays. Guided visits can be arranged at other times.


Acceso y reservas:

Disabled access only to the Archaeological Centre. Guided visits last about 2 hours and should be booked in advance on 986 090300. Groups should book in advance by email.


Destinos culturales cercanos:

Civil and religious architecture in the neighbouring towns. Historical centre of Pontevedra.


Destinos naturales cercanos:

Surroundings of the River Verdugo.


Alojamientos (Web turística):
https://www.turismo.gal/planifica-a-tua-viaxe/onde-aloxarse?langId=en_US

Restaurantes (Web turística):
https://www.turismo.gal/planifica-a-tua-viaxe/onde-comer?langId=en_US