Category: Civil Architecture > House
The Solar do Capitão-Mor Manor House is located in the city of Faro, in a quiet residential area, integrated into the urban context, yet retaining an atmosphere that evokes a rural property. This location allows for an appreciation of the contrast between traditional architecture and the modern city growing around it.
The surroundings of the manor house are characterized by green areas and the presence of other historical buildings, which help to understand the role this property played in the past. Access to the site is straightforward, being located in a relatively central area, yet offering a serene environment that invites tranquil discovery.
The Solar do Capitão-Mor Manor House, also known as Horta do Ourives, dates back to the 18th century. It served as the residence of an influential family in the region, having been built as a rural manor house that, in addition to the main house, included various agricultural outbuildings essential for the economic activity of the era.
The name "Capitão-Mor" is associated with Manuel de Mendonça Figueiredo, who was an important figure in local history, having held prominent positions in Faro. The property reflects the social and economic organization of past centuries, when these houses served not only as dwellings but also as centers of agricultural production.
The Noble House is the central element of the complex, characterized by its typical rural manor house structure, with pitched roofs, a practical and common architectural solution in this region and era. The construction retains features that highlight the social status of its former inhabitants, revealing a balance between functionality and elegance.
Attached to the main house, an octagonal chapel with a dome stands out. This chapel is dedicated to Our Lady of Conception and represents a fine example of Baroque architecture in the Algarve, particularly due to its unusual design and the relief interior details, which lend a unique atmosphere to the religious space.
In addition to the Noble House and the chapel, the manor house includes several buildings that served the property's agricultural functions. These outbuildings are important testimonies to how rural properties were organized in the past, including spaces for storing produce, tools, and for other activities related to agriculture.
The complex preserves a harmonious relationship between the rural environment and the surrounding urban landscape, allowing visitors to experience the essence of the region's historical way of life, even within the context of a contemporary city.
Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horta_do_Ourives
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 37.02565546360508,-7.944508265206324
Coordinates DMS: 37°01'32.4"N 07°56'40.2"W
Weather Faro
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