Category: Civil Architecture > Marker
District: Vila Real > Vila Real > Guiães
Granitic Landmark 73 is located in the peaceful locality of Guiães, a small residential cluster situated in the municipality of Vila Real. This specific point is set in an area where nature and rural simplicity prevail, inviting a pause and a careful observation of the environment.
Its position allows for an unobstructed perspective of the surrounding landscape, characterized by cultivated fields and some natural vegetation, typical of the Trás-os-Montes interior. It is a place that offers a sense of serenity, far from the hustle and bustle, where one can feel the pulse of the earth and appreciate the quietness of the countryside.
This landmark, sculpted from robust granite, is more than just a stone; it is a tangible link to the past. Its enduring presence evokes the times when the demarcation of lands, paths, or geographical boundaries was done with solid and permanent elements, designed to withstand time and the elements.
The numeral "73" engraved in the granite suggests belonging to an ancient network or a system of measurement or demarcation, which helped organize the territory. Although its exact purpose may today be shrouded in some simplicity, its existence recalls the ingenuity and persistence of those who erected it, marking local history and geography indelibly.
More than its practical function, Granitic Landmark 73 offers a point of contemplation in the landscape of Guiães. Its simple form and natural materiality harmonize with the surroundings, making it an integral part of the region's rural identity.
For those seeking a moment of quietude and an authentic connection with the nature and history of a place, this landmark is a point of interest that invites reflection. It is an invitation to look more closely at the details that shape the landscape and to feel the tranquility of Alto Trás-os-Montes.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.18831615,-7.66112154
Coordinates DMS: 41°11'17.9"N 07°39'40.0"W
Weather Guiães
On-duty Pharmacy Guiães
