Category: Nature > Park
District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa
Situated in the heart of the Bairro Padre Cruz, in Lisbon, the Parque Poetas de Abril harmoniously integrates into the urban fabric of the Portuguese capital. This green space offers a refuge of tranquility in a residential area, providing a meeting point and leisure space for the local community and visitors alike.
Its location allows for an authentic experience of a Lisbon neighborhood, where daily life intersects with moments of serenity and contact with nature, far from the hustle and bustle of the more crowded tourist circuits.
The Parque Poetas de Abril invites you to discover a green area carefully designed for the enjoyment of nature. Paths wind among trees and shrubs, creating nooks of shade and quietude, ideal for a relaxing stroll or a moment of reading.
The diverse vegetation contributes to an atmosphere of freshness and serenity, particularly pleasant on warmer days, and to the presence of some urban fauna, such as various species of birds that find shelter here.
The park's name, "Poets of April," profoundly evokes the ideals of freedom and the cultural values associated with the April 25, 1974 revolution. Although not a monument in the traditional sense, the park serves as a symbolic tribute to the poetry and poets who, through their words, inspired the pursuit of democracy and human rights in Portugal.
It is a place that, by its very name, invites reflection on the country's recent history and the role of culture in building a free and more just society, keeping alive the memory of a transformative period.
The atmosphere of Parque Poetas de Abril is one of conviviality and serenity, appealing to those seeking an escape from the urban bustle. With open spaces for recreation and more secluded areas for rest, the park adapts to different visiting rhythms, from a brief break to an entire afternoon of leisure.
It is a place where one can simply enjoy the outdoors, observe neighborhood life, or find a quiet corner for silence and contemplation, making it an oasis of well-being in the urban area.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.772285946429, -9.1917088875
Coordinates DMS: 38°46'20.2"N 09°11'30.2"W
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