Category: Civil Architecture > Marker
District: Vila Real > Vila Real > Mateus > Quinta da Veiga
In the locality of Mateus, part of the municipality of Vila Real, lies Granite Milestone 59, situated in the area known as Quinta da Veiga. This site offers a generally tranquil environment, characteristic of surroundings with rural features and some scattered housing, which invites a calm observation of the scenery. Its presence here reflects the region's character, distant from the hustle and bustle of major urban centers.
Granite Milestone 59 stands as a silent witness to the history of Vila Real's territorial organization. Its existence dates back to times when granite markers like this played a fundamental role in demarcating boundaries, whether for properties, jurisdictions, or paths. The durability of granite has allowed this piece to preserve the memory of old spatial divisions, functioning as a tangible link to the region's past.
The essence of Granite Milestone 59 lies in its robustness and functional simplicity. Carved from granite, an abundant and emblematic material in the Trás-os-Montes landscape, the milestone displays a form devoid of complex adornments, focused solely on its original purpose. This piece is an example of the ingenuity of traditional constructions, which skillfully combined the durability of local materials with a harmonious integration into the environment, conveying an undeniable sense of permanence and solidity.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.29299856,-7.72244993
Coordinates DMS: 41°17'34.8"N 07°43'20.8"W
Weather Mateus
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