Category: Nature > Garden
District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa > Quinta de Santa Clara
The Garden of Quinta de Santa Clara is located in the Ameixoeira area, in Lisbon. It is situated on the eastern slope of the valley, offering some elevation and perspective over the surrounding area. The garden is associated with the former Casa da Quinta de Santa Clara, now occupied by an educational institution.
It is a space delimited by a wall with railings, featuring entrances at various points. The main entrance stands out on Estrada da Ameixoeira.
This garden originates from a vast rural property dating back to the 18th century, initially known as Quinta Nova. Over time, it passed through several owners and underwent transformations. In the first half of the 20th century, in 1926, the quinta was acquired by the banker Augusto Carreira de Sousa, who promoted significant renovations to the house and garden area. The initials of this owner, ACS, remain visible on the main wrought-iron gate, an element that recalls that era.
In the 1970s, part of the quinta was donated to the Lisbon City Council, subsequently adapted and opened to the public as Parque de Santa Clara. The garden underwent requalification works that sought to respect its original layout.
The public garden preserves characteristics of a Baroque-inspired layout, visible in the geometric organization and symmetry that develop from a central axis. The space is structured on different levels or terraces, connected by staircases and retaining walls. Gravel paths invite exploration of the various areas.
One can observe precisely designed flowerbeds, delimited by low boxwood and euonymus hedges carefully pruned into spherical and geometric shapes, typical elements of formal gardens.
One of the visual focal points of the garden is the central lake, a body of water with an elongated shape and curved ends that contributes to the tranquility of the environment. Around the lake, in a grassy area, some decorative elements are arranged, including a small sculpture.
A detail of particular interest are the tile benches. Dating from 1941 and produced by the Sant'Ana factory, these benches feature panels with polychrome paintings in shades of blue and white, illustrating romantic-style scenes and adding an artistic and historical touch to the space.
The garden is distinguished by the presence of a rich variety of trees, many of them large. As one walks along the paths, one finds species such as Cedar of Lebanon, Plane trees, Palms, Eucalyptus, Lime trees, Cypresses, among others. This dense and tall vegetation not only beautifies the place but also provides shade, creating cooler and more pleasant environments for visitors.
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