Category: Civil Architecture > Pillory
District: Vila Real > Sabrosa > Gouvães do Douro > Pesinho
The Pillory of Gouvães do Douro is located in the village of Gouvães do Douro, more specifically in Pesinho, in the municipality of Sabrosa, district of Vila Real. This monument stands in a tranquil rural setting characteristic of the Douro region, where the landscape is dominated by vineyard terraces that sculpt the hillsides, offering a serene and naturally beautiful backdrop.
Its position, in the heart of this picturesque village, invites observation of the traditional way of life and appreciation of the historical heritage that can still be felt in this territory today.
This pillory represents a fundamental landmark in local history, being a symbol of old municipal autonomy and the administration of justice. In the past, these monuments were the central point where proclamations were read, sentences were applied, and local justice powers were exercised, marking the importance of the community's jurisdiction and governance.
Its existence in Gouvães do Douro evokes a period when the daily life of the locality revolved around these structures, functioning as a silent guardian of memories and traditions of yesteryear.
The Pillory of Gouvães do Douro presents a picota typology, characterized by its simplicity and robustness. The structure rests on a base of three quadrangular steps, which gives it stability and elevation on the ground.
The shaft, or body of the column, is octagonal, a form that is repeated both at the base and in the capital that crowns it. At the top, there is a pyramidal finial, giving it a distinctive silhouette and a profile that stands out in the surrounding landscape. It is a notable example of civil architecture that marked the old jurisdictions of the country.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.196697,-7.573466
Coordinates DMS: 41°11'48.1"N 07°34'24.5"W
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