Category: Civil Architecture > Manor House
District: Viseu > Sernancelhe > Penso
Solar A. de Barros is located in the peaceful village of Penso, which belongs to the municipality of Sernancelhe. Its position places it within a predominantly rural and serene landscape, characteristic of the region, offering an experience of contact with the authentic environment of inland Portugal.
This remarkable manor house is an 18th-century construction, reflecting the opulence and architectural style of that era. It is also known as Solar dos Noronhas, a name referring to the noble family, the Noronhas, to whom it once belonged. The building's facade is marked by the presence of a coat of arms, a symbolic element attesting to the lineage and prestige of its former residents.
The structure of the manor house transcends its residential function, revealing a complex set of buildings that bear witness to the activities and way of life of the estate. Notable among these are two lagares (traditional presses), crucial spaces for the transformation of agricultural products like wine or olive oil, essential for the estate's economy. The presence of a private chapel demonstrates the importance of faith and spirituality in the family's daily life. In addition to these, several annexed dependencies complement the manor, configuring a rural property of great autonomy.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.92063479,-7.53513732
Coordinates DMS: 40°55'14.3"N 07°32'6.5"W
Weather Penso
On-duty Pharmacy Penso
