Pillory of Bragança

Category: Civil Architecture > Pillory

District: Bragança > Bragança > Bragança > Sé, Santa Maria e Meixedo

Location

- Parish of Sé, Santa Maria and Meixedo, municipality of Bragança, district of Bragança, Portugal.

Classification

- National Monument since 1910.

Historical Aspect

- Dates back to a time before the 20th century, representing an important symbol of local history.

Architecture

- Features an architectural style characteristic of the region and the time in which it was built.

Cultural Significance

- The Pillory represents a significant part of the historical identity of Bragança.

- Demonstrates the power and authority of the local administration in that period.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelourinho_de_Bragança

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