Mystery of Pilgrimage Signals in Creu de terme de Pinós

Mystery of Pilgrimage Signals in Creu de terme de Pinós

Explore the enigmatic Creu de terme de Pinós, a Latin cross that may signal pilgrimage, nestled in the heart of Solsonès. Hints of this theme can be seen in its decoration.

The Creu de terme de Pinós is a Latin cross situated in the municipality of Pinós (Solsonès). The most striking element of the cross is the knot or lantern, which rests between the trunk (or polygonal tree) and the cross, adorned with eight characters, each occupying a side of the knot, placed beneath small arches of half-point. While the theme of the decoration is not confirmed, it may signal a connection to pilgrimage.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

Written by Nik Frost

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