Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Braga > Esposende > Forjães > Rua dos Marcos
The Bragança House Marker is located in the pleasant locality of Forjães, integrated within the municipality of Esposende, in the district of Braga. This historical point of interest is situated on Rua dos Marcos, a toponym that, in itself, evokes the existence and importance of these demarcations in the local fabric.
Its position offers a glimpse into the characteristic environment of this region of Minho, between rurality and proximity to urban centers, providing a tranquil and inviting setting for contemplation of history and the surrounding landscape.
This marker is a physical testament to the presence and influence of the House of Bragança in an era when the delimitation of territories and the assertion of rights were crucial aspects in the organization of the kingdom. Markers, or standards, like this one, were often used to designate properties, jurisdictions, or privileges associated with important noble families or the crown.
Although it presents itself as a piece of civil architecture, its nature evokes a deep connection to Portugal's political and social history, linking the locality of Forjães to one of the country's most prominent dynastic legacies.
The Bragança House Marker (S. Romão do Neiva) is not merely a stone element with historical value, but a space designed to share and interpret its relevance. This site ensures that the marker's significance and its connection to the House of Bragança are understood by those who visit it.
It is, therefore, a point of memory that invites reflection on past eras, how territory was managed, and the importance of symbols in the perpetuation of power and memory. Its presence and interpretive context allow visitors to immerse themselves in a slice of Portuguese civil history, directly linked to the demarcation and territorial administration of yesteryear.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.6211682,-8.7566225
Coordinates DMS: 41°37'16.2"N 08°45'23.8"W
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