Some authors mention that Arganil was founded by the Romans, and others cite the Lusitanians. The oldest vestiges in the history of the municipality of arganil are located in Lomba do canho and Dolmem dos Moinhos de Vento, very close to the village of Arganil. Due to the chronology of its construction and occupation, centered on the second and third barracks of the 1st century BC, well before the creation of the province of Lusitania, the military installation corresponds to a phase of appropriation of the territory by the Romans.
Also in Coja it is possible to perceive the existence of occupation in older times. The gold riches of the Alva River and Ribeira da Mata, whose exploitation since ancient times has been recognized by multiple testimonies on its banks, will have been a factor of attraction of people to this region, located in a nodal point of the road network.
In the municipality of Arganil, nature is a protagonist and offers a lot to discover. Enjoy the many green spaces of rare beauty that serra do Açor offers, know the built heritage, immerse yourself in the clear and fresh waters of the Rivers Alva and Ceira and the numerous streams of the municipality, which result in river beaches of unique beauty, with waterfalls that bring charms for relaxed moments and reflection.
Let yourself be enchanted by the history, legends and traditions of the mountain schist villages, places where calm and tranquility reign and where there is no time to hurry. Enjoy a meal in the typical restaurants, where the flavors merge with the tranquility lived there, offering you incredible experiences.
Be sure to try gastronomic delicacies such as Piódão's dogs, bowls or mountain goat. Also venture into the tasting of local products such as potato breads, sweets and jams, smokehouse, dried and dehydrated fruits, honey, liqueurs, cheese and wines.
In Arganil, the population still lives off what the earth gives. In many parishes, restoration, tourism or other commercial activities are allied to endogenous production, contributing to a complete experience of those who visit the region and, at the same time, contributing to the local economy.
Handicrafts are also part of the activities practiced in the Arganil area. With emphasis on wooden utensils, shale work and basketry, you have long been able to appreciate in one of the most beautiful regions of our country.
Source: Arganil Town Hall