Interactions between geomorphological heritage and cultural landscape of Serra do Alvao: the perspective of cultural geomorphology
Cultural Geomorphology seeks to reveal the multiplicity of dimensions, meanings and values intrinsic to geomorphological heritage while supporting the cultural landscape in its interaction with the historical and archaeological, architectural or immaterial heritage. In this perspective, the concept of geomorphosite includes landforms that stand out for their importance to the shaping of the landscape, its cultural significance or its economic value. This paper presents an inventory of potential geomorphosites, in Serra do Alvao and the Teloes Chaves basin, from the perspective of Cultural Geomorphology, comprising detailed and intermediate forms, as well as structural forms that define the broad lines of the relief. This inventory was based on past and present use value, considering the scientific, educational, environmental, landscape, productive and architectural functions. The inventoried and georeferenced sites were then subject to a qualitative assessment that sought to describe and justify their heritage value.