Amnesty International Garden

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa > Sete Rios

Location

Situated in the Sete Rios area of Lisbon, this garden is located at a dynamic urban point in the city. Bordered by important thoroughfares such as Rua de Campolide, Avenida José Malhoa, and Rua Cardeal Saraiva, the space offers an extensive green area that stretches behind modern buildings, providing a natural refuge amidst the urban surroundings.

A Space with Meaning

Inaugurated on March 30, 2012, the Amnesty International Garden was named in homage to the human rights defense organization. Its creation was marked by a brief ceremony where the poem "The Garden of Peace," by Teresa Rita Lopes, was read. This poetic work highlights the role of gardens as places of beauty and benevolence, where soul and body unite in quietude, symbolizing the peace sought in a world of contrasts. The garden's name and the poem invite reflection on the importance of peace and freedom.

Nature and Urban Well-being

With a considerable expanse of thirty thousand square meters, this garden features a landscape of grass and trees, with gentle undulations that invite relaxing strolls. It is traversed by a path that forms part of the Monsanto Green Corridor, an ecological link connecting central Lisbon to Monsanto Forest Park. This characteristic makes it a popular spot for those wishing to exercise or simply enjoy closer contact with nature without leaving the city. Its proximity to the Monsanto Hills offers a pleasant setting and a sense of a privileged natural retreat.

A Corner of Quietude and Reflection

The general atmosphere of the garden is one of serenity, ideal for those seeking a moment of pause from urban bustle. There is a specially designed area, resembling an open-air amphitheater, where one can find a space for rest and contemplation. Surrounded by an open landscape of trees, this spot offers a tranquil atmosphere for reading, meditation, or simply enjoying the fresh air. It is a place that invites quietude, where time seems to slow down.

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