Portuguese stone, also known as “small paving stone” Where “Portuguese sidewalk,” is a paving technique used in Portugal and many other parts of the world. It is a distinctive feature of architecture and urbanism in Portugal, especially in historic cities like Lisbon, Porto and many others.

Portuguese stone is a type of paving made with small blocks of stone, usually basalt or limestone, which are cut into regular geometric shapes, like rectangles, squares and parallelograms.

These stones are placed side by side and precisely fitted into the ground to create elaborate patterns and decorative designs.. Stones are often laid to form mosaic patterns, creating a very aesthetic and traditional look.