Garden of Sciences

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Leiria > Caldas da Rainha > Casal do Brejo

Location

The Garden of Sciences is located in Casal do Brejo, a locality in the municipality of Caldas da Rainha, in the district of Leiria. Its surroundings are predominantly rural, characterized by a natural landscape that extends across fields and green areas.

Positioned away from urban centers, the garden benefits from a tranquil environment. Here, the presence of natural sounds integrates into the experience of those who explore it, in a setting that reflects the particularities of the countryside landscape of this region.

A Garden for Discovery

The Garden of Sciences was planned as a space where botany and knowledge intersect. It is a place that aims for the observation of natural phenomena, presenting an opportunity for informal exploration. Its design and elements combine landscape beauty with an educational purpose, allowing each visit to be configured as a learning journey.

The progression along its paths enables contact with the principles that govern the natural world. Although not a museum in the conventional sense, this outdoor path offers a way to understand botany, the cycles of nature, and, in certain points, concepts related to the surrounding universe.

The Essence of the Garden

Botanical diversity is a central aspect of this garden. Various plant species are presented, sometimes with the intention of illustrating their specific characteristics or their role in ecosystems. The walking paths develop among flowerbeds and wooded areas, providing different visuals and an integrated experience within the landscape.

The landscape design of the site integrates natural elements such as water, stone, and abundant vegetation. The diversity of textures, colors, and aromas present aims to compose an environment that explores the multiplicity and complexity of the natural world through the senses.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt