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Atalaia Geodetic Landmark

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Atalaia Geodetic Landmark

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    1. Atalaia Geodesic Landmark – Ponte Dona Maria, Lagos loop from Valverde

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    November 30, 2022

    The geodesic landmark of Atalaia, high above Luz, was built in 1926. At 108 m (360 feet), the site offers sweeping views along the coast and marks the highest point on the Algarve coastline. The trig point was used back in the day for surveying purposes but is now used by hikers for navigation. It is one of Portugal's +/- 9,000 geodetic landmarks. Geodetic markers are signals that indicate an exact cartographic position and form part of a triangulation network with other geodesic markers. Usually, they are installed in high and isolated places with a clear line of sight to other vertices. Although locals call it "the Monument", it has no historic meaning. Another such marker is the Torre de Aspa on the Costa Vicentina coast, about 5Km from Vila do Bispo, with a nice 360º view.

      April 12, 2025

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        Location: Lagos (Santa Maria), Algarve, Portugal

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