Set of 17 buildings in the Pereiras Neighborhood.

Category: Civil Architecture > Urban Ensemble

District: Viana do Castelo > Ponte de Lima > Ponte de Lima > Bairro das Pereiras

Location

The ensemble of 17 buildings is located in Bairro das Pereiras, an integral part of the picturesque village of Ponte de Lima. This village, bathed by the Lima River, is located in the district of Viana do Castelo, in the Minho region. The neighborhood is nestled in an environment that combines proximity to Ponte de Lima's historic center with a quieter atmosphere, characteristic of its residential complexes, offering a glimpse into local life.

Architectural Features and Characteristics

This ensemble represents a remarkable example of urban organization and housing heritage. The seventeen buildings, cohesively integrated, reflect the region's construction tradition, often characterized by the use of materials such as granite and whitewashed facades. Their arrangement in Bairro das Pereiras contributes to the formation of a particular urban environment, where human scale and functionality combine with traditional aesthetics. A concern for the harmony of the ensemble is evident, which is manifested in the repetition of formal elements and the use of details that evoke local identity and historical construction practices.

Atmosphere and Heritage

Walking through Bairro das Pereiras, the buildings of this ensemble bear witness to the evolution of daily life and urban planning in Ponte de Lima. Their preservation is fundamental for understanding the urban morphology of the village and how communities organized themselves over time. The serene atmosphere of the neighborhood, combined with the uniform architecture of the ensemble, allows for an immersion in the characteristic culture and way of life of Minho, offering an authentic perspective on the region's housing heritage.

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