Portas da Cidade de Ponta Delgada, City gates monument in Ponta Delgada, Portugal.
Three stone archways form the monumental entrance at Praça de Gonçalo Velho, with the central arch rising higher than the side ones.
Built in 1783 as part of the city walls, the gates were moved 32 meters west during the construction of Avenida Infante D. Henrique in 1952.
The gates stand as a representation of Portuguese Baroque architecture, displaying regional stonework craftsmanship and military architectural elements.
The monument operates as a central meeting point in Ponta Delgada, with numerous restaurants and shops located in the surrounding area.
The gates incorporate stones from the original city fortifications, maintaining their connection to the maritime defense system of São Miguel Island.
GPS coordinates: 37.73953,-25.66847
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:28
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