STONE HOUSE

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 His real name in portuguese is Casa do Penedo. Its located between Celorico de Basto and Fafe, in the north of Portugal. Its construction began in 1972 and was finished in 1974. It is built between four gigant rocks. The house was used by the owners during holidays, but nowadays is used as a small museum of relics and photographs from Penedo´s history. Because theres no electricity inside the house, the building is located near a wind farm, which provides energy to the building. Because of it shape and of the unusual design, it has become a growing touristic attraction.




 

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