Windmill (Property of the Madalena Municipal Council), Porto Velho

Category: Civil Architecture > Windmill

District: Açores > Madalena > Areia Funda > Porto Velho

Location

Situated in the coastal area known as Porto Velho, in the locality of Areia Funda, this windmill is located in a position that offers an interesting perspective of the surrounding landscape. Its location allows one to appreciate the relationship between the built element and the natural environment, with emphasis on its proximity to the sea and, on days of good visibility, the imposing presence of Pico.

Heritage and Local History

Classified as a monument of cultural interest, the Porto Velho windmill is a testament to the island's agricultural history and traditional activities. Its presence recalls the time when grain milling was a daily and fundamental necessity for local subsistence. Its preservation, under the purview of the Madalena City Council, underscores its importance as an element of collective identity and memory.

Architecture and Presence in the Landscape

The Porto Velho windmill features the characteristic form of these traditional structures: a conical stone or masonry tower, topped by the rotating cap where the wooden sails are fitted to capture the wind's force. Its distinctive silhouette stands out in the coastal landscape, serving as a visual landmark and an element that enriches the natural and built scenery of the area.

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