Ajuda Garden

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Madeira > Funchal > São Martinho > Ajuda

Location

The Jardim da Ajuda (Ajuda Garden) is located in the Ajuda area, in the parish of São Martinho, Funchal. This green space is situated in a very busy part of the city, near the well-known Lido, harmoniously integrating into the urban and cosmopolitan environment of the Madeiran capital.

Its location makes it an accessible spot for those exploring this part of the city, offering an oasis of tranquility in the heart of the urban area.

A Green Space Inaugurated

Inaugurated in 2005, the Jardim da Ajuda represents a significant contribution to the leisure spaces of Funchal. With an area of almost twelve thousand square meters, this garden was designed to provide a natural refuge for its visitors.

It is a place where one can relax, stroll calmly, or simply appreciate the serenity of an environment surrounded by flora, even while being in an urban area.

The Botanical Collection

One of the most striking aspects of the Jardim da Ajuda is the richness of its botanical collection. Among the diversity of plants and flowers that adorn the space, the sixteen distinct varieties of palm trees stand out particularly.

This particularity lends the garden an exotic atmosphere and considerable botanical interest, inviting visitors on a discovery walk through the various arboreal and plant species present there.

For Leisure and Physical Activity

In addition to its natural beauty, the Jardim da Ajuda is equipped to offer various leisure options and opportunities for outdoor activities. It features an area specially dedicated to children's fun, with playground equipment.

For those who like to stay active, the garden includes several sports facilities. One can find basketball hoops, ping-pong tables, a pétanque court, and game tables, making it a dynamic and versatile place for all ages.

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