The Castle Garden
From the scenic overlook of Almada’s Castle one can relish the stunning view of Lisbon’s seven hills, the two bridges that cross the river itself. The garden has an area of 2765m2.
Here you may also dine at a panoramic restaurant.
The fortress was built over several layers of constructions, the most ancient belonging to the period of the Arab occupation (12th century).
Here you may also dine at a panoramic restaurant.
The fortress was built over several layers of constructions, the most ancient belonging to the period of the Arab occupation (12th century).
River Garden
The Panoramic Boca do Vento Lift is the main access to the River Garden, restored by the City Council.
In this quiet garden, only the whistling of the wind and the moving water are to be heard.
King John V ordered the construction of a public drinking fountain (1736) at the local spring, which used to supply vessels and caravels from the time of the Portuguese Discoveries.
When water became scarce, scuffles were known to break out between the water merchants (aguadeiros) and the inhabitants of the village.
In this quiet garden, only the whistling of the wind and the moving water are to be heard.
King John V ordered the construction of a public drinking fountain (1736) at the local spring, which used to supply vessels and caravels from the time of the Portuguese Discoveries.
When water became scarce, scuffles were known to break out between the water merchants (aguadeiros) and the inhabitants of the village.
Botanical Garden
While seated in the amphitheater of the Botanical Garden one can enjoy a panoramic view over the two riverbanks and their natural and urban landscape.
Almada and Lisbon spread out beneath the same sky, separated by the river and joined by the two Tagus bridges.
They call it the “Arts Grounds”, because within its 5600 m2 a variety of plant species are grown that give rise to materials used in the plastic arts, or that inspired the most important names in Art History.
Papyrus growing from a water mirror-reminding us that with it paper can be made. Colorful flowers evoking the tones of Mont’s sunrises and sunsets. Aromatic rows of rosemary and lavender, from whose seeds the oil is extracted that is used to dissolve the colours for painting.
There is much to discover about the species that take root in the “Arts Ground” and awaken our senses.
The garden is situated in the ancient vegetable garden of the Cerca Manor, of the best examples of local 18th century architecture.
it is possible to book guided tours to get to know this space better.
Almada and Lisbon spread out beneath the same sky, separated by the river and joined by the two Tagus bridges.
They call it the “Arts Grounds”, because within its 5600 m2 a variety of plant species are grown that give rise to materials used in the plastic arts, or that inspired the most important names in Art History.
Papyrus growing from a water mirror-reminding us that with it paper can be made. Colorful flowers evoking the tones of Mont’s sunrises and sunsets. Aromatic rows of rosemary and lavender, from whose seeds the oil is extracted that is used to dissolve the colours for painting.
There is much to discover about the species that take root in the “Arts Ground” and awaken our senses.
The garden is situated in the ancient vegetable garden of the Cerca Manor, of the best examples of local 18th century architecture.
it is possible to book guided tours to get to know this space better.
