Category: Civil Architecture > Pillory
District: Coimbra > Penela > Podentes
Located in the parish of Podentes, in the municipality of Penela, district of Coimbra, Portugal.
Recognized as a Property of Public Interest since 1933.
, Characterized by the Manueline style, typical of the period.
, The shaft is made of marble and is believed to have been reused from an old Roman building in ruins.
, This shaft is notable for being the largest single block of its kind found in Portugal.
, The base is composed of four steps.
, The capital has a cubic shape.
, On its faces, it displays the Cross of Christ and the armillary sphere.
, On the other faces, there are two worn shields.
, This pillory is a unique piece of Manueline architecture.
, Its originality and size make it a unique example in Portugal.
Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelourinho_de_Podentes
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.05913241377031,-8.39341662800824
Coordinates DMS: 40°03'32.9"N 08°23'36.3"W
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