Pillory of Old World Europe
by David Letts
Title
Pillory of Old World Europe
Artist
David Letts
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
The magnificent medieval walled town of Obidos is known as the Town of Queens because of a tradition in which kings used to offer the place to their wives.
The town is stunning, full of well-preserved white houses with Manueline porticos and flower-laden window boxes; sinuous streets with romantic recesses; arcades and small squares.
Obidos is one of the most picturesque and most visited sites in the country, hosting countless cultural and tourist-oriented events.
Pillories were symbols of medieval justice, standing near castles or in town's main squares, where criminals were beaten (and sometimes executed), and left for public display.
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March 24th, 2012
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Tatiana Travelways
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