The Sheep's Sink is an imposing natural cavity, named after the sink carved under a stalactite that, in the rainy months, pours out abundant water. In the past, this natural refuge served as a drinking trough for cattle.

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Large natural cavity, with altar and drinking fountain used in the past by shepherds, to give water to the sheep.

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1. Vale dos Ventos – Pia da Ovelha Cave loop from Reguengo do Fetal

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3. Pia da Ovelha Cave – Jurassic Viewpoint loop from Reguengo do Fetal

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Location: Batalha, Leiria, Portugal

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1. Vale dos Ventos – Pia da Ovelha Cave loop from Reguengo do Fetal

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3. Pia da Ovelha Cave – Jurassic Viewpoint loop from Reguengo do Fetal

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