Category: Civil Architecture > Fountain
District: Setúbal > Setúbal > Azeitão > Aldeia Rica
Situated in the picturesque Vila Nogueira de Azeitão, more precisely in the area known as Aldeia Rica, the Fountain in Vila Nogueira de Azeitão, popularly nicknamed Chafariz dos Pasmados (Fountain of the Astounded/Amazed), is integrated into the historical and serene fabric of this locality in the municipality of Setúbal. Its location invites visitors to a reflective pause, fitting into the ambiance of a region known for its natural beauty and rich heritage.
The fountain is set in an environment that, despite being close to the village's dynamics, retains an air of tranquility, allowing observers to appreciate its presence as a striking element in the local urban landscape, echoing bygone times when these points were central to community life.
The Fountain in Vila Nogueira de Azeitão, with its curious name of Chafariz dos Pasmados, carries within it the memory of an era when water distribution was an essential and public function. These elements, once vital for supplying the population, were also places of meeting, socializing, and sharing stories, marking the daily rhythm of the village.
The epithet "dos Pasmados" (of the Astounded) suggests, in itself, a notable characteristic or an associated legend, perhaps related to the beauty of its construction, the abundance of its water, or some singular event that once caused admiration in those who passed by and paused there. Regardless of the exact origin of the name, it invites curiosity and imagination about the narratives that time has woven around it.
As an example of civil architecture, the Fountain in Vila Nogueira de Azeitão exhibits the typical characteristics of a public fountain, usually built in stone, a durable and expressive material. Its structure, although it may be of functional simplicity, often reveals the mastery of the artisans of the time, with attention to details that lend dignity and presence to the ensemble.
It is possible to observe elements such as the tank or water collection basin, the spouts from which the water flowed, and, at times, a decorated backrest that rises behind it, giving it a distinctive silhouette. Its conception reflects not only the practical need for water supply but also a certain aesthetic sense that sought to beautify public spaces and gathering areas.
Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fontanário_em_Vila_Nogueira_de_Azeitão
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.51847951103102,-9.014877317689189
Coordinates DMS: 38°31'6.5"N 09°00'53.6"W
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