See under Cruzeta.
Traditional pergola system in the northern Portuguese Vinho Verde area. There are also the names or, in detail, somewhat different variants Latada (lathwork, giitter) and Ramada (leaf roof). The name cruzeta (cross or cross-raising) derives from the appearance of the granite pillars, which are up to four metres high and each of which carries a long cross-beam. The ends of the crosspiece are connected to the head of the...
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