Old cemetery

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Açores > Povoação > Ribeira Quente > Fogo

Location

Located in the Fogo area, in Ribeira Quente, Povoação municipality, this cemetery is integrated into the town's urban fabric. It is a space that offers an atmosphere of quietude, slightly removed from the main hustle and bustle, but easily accessible within the context of the coastal village.

A Glimpse into the Past

The old cemetery is a place that invites observation of Ribeira Quente's past. Its oldest graves and design reveal aspects of the local community's history and traditions over the decades.

It is a space that speaks of the passage of time and the collective memory of the inhabitants, offering a window into their lives and their legacies.

An Atmosphere of Serenity

This place provides an atmosphere of serenity and introspection. Away from the daily hustle and bustle, it allows for a moment of pause and reflection.

The quietude felt here invites a calm walk among its tombs, observing the vegetation and the silence that characterizes these spaces of homage and remembrance.

Simple Architectural Features

The architecture of the old cemetery reflects simplicity and functionality. The tombstones and monuments, though unpretentious, possess an aesthetic value that tells the story of a community linked to the land and the sea.

It is possible to observe the evolution of styles and materials over time, from the most rudimentary stones to the inscriptions that evoke the generations that shaped Ribeira Quente's identity.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt