A hórreo is a typical granary from the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula, built in wood or stone, raised from the ground by pillars ending in flat staddle stones to avoid the access of rodents.
If you travel through north eastern Spain the chances are that you will see some of these structures. Although they have now been superseded, the hórreo of Spain are a reminder that a good idea can persist for a great deal of time.
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These are amazing structures to see up close. I think it's important to note that the fiercely independent and proud people of Galicia would probably be highly offended to see these being described as 'Spanish'!
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