Mediterranean Staircase is a photograph by Angelo DeVal which was uploaded on December 13th, 2014.
Mediterranean Staircase
Typical mediterranean staircase found in southern European countries. Location: Olhao, Algarve, Portugal.
Since pre-history, Olhao has had... more
by Angelo DeVal
Title
Mediterranean Staircase
Artist
Angelo DeVal
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Photograph
Description
Typical mediterranean staircase found in southern European countries. Location: Olhao, Algarve, Portugal.
Since pre-history, Olhao has had vestiges of human occupation, although the oldest written record dates only from 1378, referring to a place called Olham. The estuary and abundance of water were decisive factors that influenced fishermen, at the beginning of the 17th century, to congregate along the beach of Olhao. The settlement developed even as officials in Faro discouraged concentration along this coast. Yet, the growth of activity here was impulsed by the protection, after the middle of the 17th century, offered by the Fortress of Sao Lourenco, which guarded the coast and entrance to the estuary, discouraging attacks from corsairs.
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December 13th, 2014