Pillory of Alter do Chão

Category: Civil Architecture > Pillory

District: Portalegre > Alter do Chão > Alter do Chão > Praça do Pelourinho

Location

Located in the center of Alter do Chão, in Portalegre, easily accessible in the Praça do Pelourinho (Pillory Square).

History

Built in the 16th century, this monument is an important landmark in the judicial history of the town and was classified as a National Monument in 1910.

Architecture

Made of granite, it features a Manueline style, with a circular base of three steps and a column in the shape of a pine cone bell, decorated with twisted columns.

Environment

Surrounded by residential buildings, the square is a pleasant space with granite paving, ideal for walks.

Current use

Today, it serves as a cultural and recreational point, attracting visitors and functioning as a meeting point.

Nearby attractions

Near the pillory, there are 17th-century style houses that enrich the atmosphere of the area.

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