António José Saraiva Garden

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Lisboa > Oeiras > Tercena > Fontainhas

Location

António José Saraiva Garden is located in the Fontainhas area, in the locality of Tercena, which belongs to the municipality of Oeiras. This green space is situated within a residential environment, characteristic of an urban development, providing a nearby area for residents and visitors seeking a moment of respite in a calmer setting.

Homage to a Historian and Essayist

The garden's name is a way of honoring the memory of António José Saraiva, a prominent figure in the Portuguese intellectual landscape. Born in Leiria in 1917 and deceased in Lisbon in 1993, Saraiva dedicated his life to study and critique. He was recognized as an important historian of Portuguese literature, essayist, and university professor. His vast body of work covered various studies on Portuguese culture and literature, leaving a significant legacy for future generations.

António José Saraiva's life was marked by his academic career, where he obtained his doctorate in Romance Philology from the University of Lisbon. In addition to university teaching, he stood out for his resistance to the Salazarist regime, which led to him being prevented from lecturing and, later, to exile in France and the Netherlands. His return to Portugal after the Carnation Revolution allowed him to resume his academic career, solidifying his role as a figure of free and committed thought.

Leisure and Contemplation Space

As an urban garden, the António José Saraiva Garden offers a place for rest and leisure. It is an invitation to enjoy a green environment within the Fontainhas urban development. Ideal for moments of quiet contemplation or a brief break, the garden provides simple contact with nature, contributing to the local quality of life and offering a refuge from daily life.

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