Hórreo - Ourense, Galicia, España
Posted by: 
Ariberna
N 42° 20.757 W 007° 52.170
29T E 593117 N 4688806
Typical galician building
Waymark Code: WM173Y6
Location: Galicia, Spain
Date Posted: 12/04/2022
Views: 5
This is a sample of hórreos (cabaceiros, canastros, piornos... lot of names) which are elevated constructions in which grain, flour, ham, sausages were stored ... The reason for being elevated is that this way the rodents climbed by the feet and when they reached the top and turned upside down, they fell. The "hórreos" in Galicia, etc. are examples of Atlantic constructions that there are in countries of this ocean or of Celtic traditions..
This hórreo is situated in a Park and trail, close the Roman Bridge (BIC in Spanish Heritage) and remember us our past.
Address:
Parque Ribeiriño
Ourense
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Visit Instructions:
You must include both a photo of the Elevated Building visited and any impressions or comments you have concerning the building. Any new information on the building you might have would be appreciated, as well.