Praceta Joaquim Santos Casimiro

Category: Nature > Park

District: Lisboa > Cascais > Trajouce > Alto do Outeiro

Location:

Praceta Joaquim Santos Casimiro is located in Trajouce, a locality within the municipality of Cascais. It is specifically situated in the Bairro Novo, an area that is part of the zone designated as Alto do Outeiro. This positioning reflects a predominantly residential urban environment, set within a fabric that distances itself from the hustle and bustle of more central areas, offering a perspective on the daily local life.

The location integrates harmoniously into the region's housing fabric, marking a point of reference for those who reside and circulate in this area of São Domingos de Rana. Its presence contributes to the identity and spatial organization of Alto do Outeiro, as an integral part of an established community.

Urban Environment and Characterization:

A praceta is, by nature, a smaller urban space designed to serve the surrounding residences. Praceta Joaquim Santos Casimiro exemplifies this configuration, functioning as an access point and, at times, a small social space for the immediate residents.

The design of a praceta, like this one, generally aims to provide a more secluded and safe environment. It contributes to the quality of life for its residents, offering an urban design that favors tranquility and small-scale community life, keeping away through traffic and the more intense dynamics of main roads.

The Symbolism of the Name:

The naming of this praceta "Joaquim Santos Casimiro" follows a common practice in Portugal of honoring individuals who, in some way, have left their mark on local, regional, or national history. Although specific details about the person in question are not publicly known, the name of the praceta serves as a symbolic tribute to a figure deemed worthy of recognition.

This type of designation imbues the place with a sense of memory and connection to the community's roots. For the visitor, the name may suggest a reflection on untold stories and the personalities who shaped the area's identity, inviting a deeper appreciation of the links that bind the space to its people.

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