Stone Village

Monsanto is a charming little village located on the side of a high mountain. The tiny streets are paved with rocks, and the houses are incredibly built between or even under massive boulders, creating a unique medieval village landscape that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. In 1938, Monsanto was recognized as one of the most Portuguese villages, and the 'Building Restriction Ordinance' was passed at that time to ensure the preservation of this living architectural museum for generations to come.