Category: Nature > Garden
District: Portalegre > Alter do Chão > Alter do Chão
The Doze Melhores Garden in Alter do Chão is harmoniously integrated into the urban fabric of the Alentejo locality of Alter do Chão. Its central location makes it easily accessible, presenting itself as a space of calm in the heart of the village.
This garden is framed by the traditional architecture that characterizes its surroundings, inviting a tranquil pause in the district of Portalegre.
Conceived as a garden space, the Doze Melhores Garden aims to provide an environment of tranquility and well-being within the context of the Alentejo climate. Its internal layout and the selection of elements are designed to invite visitors to enjoy a serene stroll or to rest in the shade, observing the village's daily life.
This environment promotes contemplation and rest, allowing an immersion into the peaceful atmosphere that Alter do Chão offers.
The garden's name, "Doze Melhores" (Twelve Best), gives it a unique character, suggesting a tribute or a selection of elements of particular relevance to the identity of Alter do Chão. This designation may evoke distinctive aspects of local flora, historical landmarks, or intrinsic values of the village's culture and heritage.
It thus invites reflection on its deeper meaning and the particularities that make this space unique in the locality.
The design of the Doze Melhores Garden establishes an intrinsic connection with the landscape and spirit of the Alentejo. Although it is an urbanized space, its atmosphere and the elements that compose it allude to the simplicity and natural beauty of the region.
It thus provides an authentic glimpse where vegetation and the space's design harmoniously dialogue with the climate and the Alentejo land, illustrating how nature and culture intertwine in this part of Portugal.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 39.198281894032675, -7.658798816049795
Coordinates DMS: 39°11'53.8"N 07°39'31.7"W