Building at Rua do Cruzeiro, 28-32

Category: Civil Architecture > Dwelling

District: Açores > Angra do Heroísmo > Angra do Heroísmo > Nossa Senhora da Conceição

Location

Located in the city of Angra do Heroísmo, in the heart of Terceira Island, Azores, the building at Rua do Cruzeiro, numbers 28 to 32, is situated within the parish of Nossa Senhora da Conceição. This area is distinguished by its traditional urban fabric, characteristic of the historic center classified as a World Heritage site.

Rua do Cruzeiro is a street that reflects the city's architectural essence, with buildings that harmoniously integrate into its urban fabric. When walking along this street, visitors are enveloped by an atmosphere of tranquility, where daily life intersects with the historical richness of the Azorean capital.

A Building in the Heart of Angra

The building in question represents an example of civil architecture that punctuates the center of Angra do Heroísmo. It is characterized by its integration into the facade line, sharing with neighboring buildings the proportions and rhythm that give the street its identity.

Typically, constructions of this era and typology in Angra do Heroísmo feature sober facades, often utilizing local basalt stone, which can be plastered and whitewashed, contrasting with the quoins and the frames of windows and doors in dark stonework. These characteristics contribute to the singular beauty of the city's urban ensemble.

Contribution to the Historical Landscape

This building, as an integral part of Rua do Cruzeiro, plays a fundamental role in preserving the urban landscape of Angra do Heroísmo. Its presence is a testament to the constructive and social evolution of the city over the centuries, reflecting aspects of daily life and living on Terceira Island.

Although it is a dwelling, its architecture contributes to the island's material heritage, highlighting the authenticity and charm of the neighborhood. Each building in this context helps tell the city's story, and its facade, even if discreet, is a link in the continuous chain of Angra's architecture.

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