Category: Civil Architecture > Pillory
District: Setúbal > Moita > Alhos Vedros > Bairro João da Silva
It is located in Alhos Vedros, in the municipality of Moita, district of Setúbal. It is a historical and cultural point of interest in the region.
It represented the municipal autonomy of the old town of Alhos Vedros and the neighboring localities that belonged to its territory.
It is a Manueline construction from the 16th century, associated with the reforms carried out during the reign of D. Manuel I, which promoted the centralization and organization of towns and municipalities.
It presents a simple design, with a smooth shaft, a base decorated with sculpted ropes, and a capital in the shape of a pyramidal trunk, topped with an iron armillary sphere, a typical symbol of the Manueline era.
Since 1933, it has been recognized as a Property of Public Interest, standing out for its historical and cultural importance.
It is an essential piece to understand the history and local identity, ideal for those who appreciate ancient monuments and national heritage.
Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelourinho_de_Alhos_Vedros
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.65463973010977,-9.027861166777155
Coordinates DMS: 38°39'16.7"N 09°01'40.3"W
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