Building on Carreira dos Cavalos, 55-59A

Category: Civil Architecture > Dwelling

District: Açores > Angra do Heroísmo > Angra do Heroísmo > Sé

Location

This building is located on Carreira dos Cavalos, a street that is part of the historic urban fabric of Angra do Heroísmo. It is situated in the area known as Sé (Cathedral Quarter), which corresponds to the city's oldest nucleus. Its position on this street contributes to the visual and architectural continuity of the built environment characteristic of the historic center.

Heritage Value

The building on Carreira dos Cavalos, numbers 55-59A, is classified as cultural property by the competent authorities. This classification underscores its importance in the context of local architectural heritage. Although it is a residence, it is recognized for its contribution to the city's built ensemble, bearing witness to the evolution and characteristics of historic residential construction in the region.

Integration into the Urban Landscape

As an integral part of Carreira dos Cavalos, this building exemplifies the traditional architecture that defines much of Angra do Heroísmo's center. Observing its facade allows one to understand how the residences fit into the street's dynamic, maintaining the scale and rhythm that characterize this area. The building helps to compose the image that visitors encounter when traversing this part of the city.

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