Conjunto de Espigueiros do Soajo
This is one of the largest concentrations of granaries of Portugal, with all buildings of stone. There are 24 type granaries galaico-Minho, being the oldest of the year 1782. It is possible to see the sacred character given to the site, due to the crosses on top of granaries for, according to the local people, divine protection than there is guarded, often the only means of survival.
Contacts
EM530
4970-651,Soajo
- Easy external parking
- Rural & Agricultural buildings
- Visitable (no guide)
- True
Characteristics
Monuments near Conjunto de Espigueiros do Soajo
Anta do Mezio
The Dolmen of Mezio is integrated into the set of megalithic monuments known to Antas da Serra do Soajo. This is an exemplary prehistoric funerary built about …
Casa do Adro
Rural tourism unit, located in place of Eiro, near Pelourinho. It is an 18TH century farm house.
Mamoa 5 do Parque do Mezio
This is an exemplary prehistoric funerary built about 5000 years. This set stretches over 3 km and is only accessible on foot or by ATV.
Pelourinho de Soajo
In the centre from Soajo Main Square it is possible to find this pillory considered National Monument since 1910. It is a monument that witnessed the period of…
