Architectural fragments remaining from the Estaus buildings, incorporated into the buildings that form the corner of Rua Torres Pinheiro to Rua dos Arcos and Rua da Saboaria.

Category: Civil Architecture > Building

District: Santarém > Tomar > Tomar > Quinta do Lima

Location

The remains of the ancient Estaus are located in the historical area of Tomar, between Torres Pinheiro, dos Arcos, and Saboaria streets.

What can be seen

Arches and fragments of pillars can still be observed on the facades of buildings in these streets, which are part of the original structure of the Estaus.

Characteristics of the remains

The visible arches are ogival in shape, and some have stones that formed the arcades. These elements help to understand the grandeur of the buildings.

Changes over time

Many of the original structures have been altered, and some areas have been demolished, but the remaining vestiges are an important testimony to the medieval architecture of Tomar.

Historical importance

The Estaus were ancient reception buildings, with several arches and a large-scale plan, which was not fully completed.

Interest for tourists

The remains allow one to understand the history and urban development of Tomar, offering a view of the medieval city, which is important for those who want to learn more about the local past.

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