Alfredo Roque Gameiro Garden

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Lisboa > Amadora > Venteira > Bairro Janeiro

Location

The Alfredo Roque Gameiro Garden is located in Bairro Janeiro, in the Parish of Venteira, in the municipality of Amadora. Situated in an area with some elevation, this space offers a perspective that, once, extended over vast fields. Today, it remains an element of serenity within the urbanization, evoking the quieter environment that characterized the area in the past.

Artistic Legacy

This garden evokes the figure of Alfredo Roque Gameiro, a distinguished Portuguese painter and draftsman, recognized for his mastery in watercolor art. The green space is historically linked to the former residence of the Gameiro family, built between 1898 and 1901. Its existence refers to the environment in which the artist lived and created, offering a glimpse into his daily life and his connection to the landscape.

Atmosphere and Scenic Perspectives

Designed to harmonize with the residence to which it belongs, the Alfredo Roque Gameiro Garden provides an environment of tranquility. Its original organization likely sought to enhance the natural qualities of the surroundings, which in the late 19th century were characterized by unobstructed views of cultivated lands. Currently, the garden preserves an atmosphere of tranquility, an invitation to a serene pause, transporting visitors to a distinct era.

Heritage Value

Integrated into a complex classified as a Monument of Public Interest, this garden shares the recognition of its heritage value. It represents a space where nature and history meet, reflecting the aesthetic sensibility of the period of its creation. It is a place that allows visitors to enjoy a moment of calm and reflection on the cultural and natural legacy of the area.

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