Formal Garden

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Santarém > Tomar > Tomar > São João Baptista e Santa Maria dos Olivais

Location

The Formal Garden is located in the city of Tomar, situated within the area of São João Baptista and Santa Maria dos Olivais. This green space is adjacent to the National Forest of Sete Montes, one of the town's main green lungs. Its position offers a serene transition to the historical and monumental area that rises above the urban fabric, inviting a contemplative pause before exploring the city's highlights.

Origin and Design

The creation of this garden dates back to the 1940s. Before its current conception, the land was used as a vegetable garden. The intervention of that period transformed it into a formal-style garden, where organization and symmetry are central elements. Its design is characterized by the geometric arrangement of flowerbeds, shrubs, and other plant elements, presenting an ordered aesthetic that invites careful observation of its lines and forms.

Heritage and Landscape Value

The Formal Garden is regarded as a cultural and landscape legacy of great importance for Tomar, reflecting a specific period of the 20th century. Its maintenance and preservation are valued, recognizing it as a living heritage, the fruit of past generations. For visitors, the garden represents a link to the city's recent history, demonstrating a particular vision of integrating nature into the urban environment through the art of gardening.

A Space of Quietude

This garden provides a distinct environment, inviting leisurely strolls and observation. Its formal characteristics and the careful selection of plant species create an atmosphere of calm and introspection. It is a place where visitors can enjoy a moment of quietude, appreciating the harmony of forms and the green hues that stand out in the landscape, a refuge for those seeking serenity in the heart of the city.

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