About São Paulo

Location

A Cerca de S. Paulo is located in the heart of the village of Portel, integrated into the Bairro Dias de Carvalho. Its central position offers easy access, functioning as a tranquil green oasis amidst the urban environment of the Alentejo locality.

A Historical Legacy

This public garden, recognized as the oldest in the village of Portel, possesses a rich history that distinguishes it. Although its opening to the public in its current form dates back to the 1980s, its roots are much older. This green space was once the garden of the old Convent of S. Paulo, an element that gives it an additional layer of meaning and a direct link to the region's conventual past.

Natural and Relaxing Environment

A Cerca de S. Paulo invites tranquility through its natural surroundings. The place is marked by the presence of centuries-old and luxuriant vegetation, which creates an atmosphere of freshness and serenity. Throughout the garden, a succession of lakes can be found, aquatic elements that enrich the landscape, complement the exuberance of the plants, and provide ideal nooks for a pause and contemplation.