PAZO DE CASTRELOS

Civil
2091
On the Way of St. James

Location

Street: Parque de Castrelos

36213  Vigo - Pontevedra

Coordinates:
42º 12' 47.9" N - 8º 43' 39.9" W
+34 986 295 075
+34 986 239 372

Description

Classified as a historical-artistic monument since 1955. 17th-century building. Ground plan consisting of a rectangular bay framed by two towers. In front of the main facade, there is a large courtyard with a circular pool. This has a central section, white-washed except for the base, window frames and the coat of arms of the Tavares. Windows with awnings and wrought-iron balconies. The central section is topped with a pediment crowned with battlements. The two towers are identical, square in shape with cut stone blocks. Simple windows, with a balcony on the second floor and a shield between second and third. Battlements on top. At present it is the Quiñones de León Municipal Museum, featuring: Archaeology and Painting Collections.

The Ways of St. James

Portiguese Route by coast
Cultural heritage Civil "Pazo" (Country House)
Arriba
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