Pillory of Rebordainhos

Category: Civil Architecture > Pillory

District: Bragança > Bragança > Rebordainhos > Rebordainhos e Pombares

Location

, The Pillory of Rebordainhos is located in a square near the Main Church of Rebordainhos, in the parish of Rebordainhos e Pombares, municipality of Bragança, in the district of Bragança, Portugal.

History

, This monument was built in the 16th century, thus becoming an important piece of the region's history.

Classification

, It is classified as a "Property of Public Interest" since 1933, which highlights its historical and cultural value.

Architecture and Characteristics

, The Pillory of Rebordainhos consists of a base formed by two quadrangular steps.

, On top of this base, there is also a quadrangular shaft with chamfered corners.

, In the middle of the shaft, it is possible to observe an iron arch.

, The top of the Pillory is square, with lowered faces, and has decorations in bas-relief, such as a human figure (probably a face) and a Saint Andrew's cross.

Cultural Significance

, The Pillory is an important historical representation of local administration and justice.

, Its location near the Main Church of Rebordainhos makes it even more relevant, as it reflects the importance of religion and governance in the life of the community.

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

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