Pillory, Loulé, Portugal
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Torgut
N 37° 08.376 W 008° 01.422
29S E 586709 N 4110804
A punishment device on display in one of the most important spots in the southern town of Loulé, in Portugal
Waymark Code: WMDP6A
Location: Faro, Portugal
Date Posted: 02/09/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Dragontree
Views: 11

The device can be found in "Alcaidaria", a small palace which was the center of power in the medieval ages, the residence of the "alcaide", which acted as a governor. Today, one will find there the city museum, as well as the entrance to the 12th century castle walls and other devices on display, namely models of siege weaponry. Free entrance to the patio, but only during the day..
Type of Device: Pillory

What is the approximate age?: 01/01/1400

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