Lieutenant Colonel Salgueiro Maia Square

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Lisboa > Odivelas > Odivelas > Patameiras

Location

Situated in the Patameiras urbanization, in Odivelas, Praceta Tenente-Coronel Salgueiro Maia is integrated into an urban and residential context. This public space is part of the daily fabric of the locality, offering a point for gathering and passage for its residents. Its position in Odivelas is representative of the dynamic of an area that combines family life with easy access to various urban amenities.

Homage and Historical Legacy

This square pays homage to Lieutenant-Colonel Salgueiro Maia, an inescapable figure in Portugal's contemporary history. Salgueiro Maia was one of the Captains of April, playing a crucial role in the April 25th, 1974 Revolution, which restored democracy in the country. Naming a public space in his memory is a recognition of his heroism and his contribution to the freedom and democratic values that Portugal celebrates today. The square thus serves as a permanent reminder of the importance of these ideals.

Urban Environment

As a square, this place is designed to be an area of tranquility and conviviality in the heart of the urbanization. It is an open space that integrates into community life, providing a suitable environment for a brief pause or for observing local life. Its design seeks to offer a balance between functionality and aesthetics, contributing to the quality of the urban environment of Patameiras.

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