Jardim Botânico de Lisboa
Santo António
cultural heritage monument in Lisboa, Portugal
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Zhar-DEEM Bo-TAH-nee-ko deh Leesh-BO-ah, a hidden emerald jewel tucked away behind the bustling streets of the Prin-see-peh Re-al district. As we enter this seven-hectare sanctuary, the roar of the city’s traffic…
Listen in the app2The Jesuit Legacy of Monte Olivete
We begin our exploration at the highest point of the garden, an area with a history that predates the modern botanical institution by several centuries. Known as Mon-teh O-lee-veh-teh, or Mount Olivet, this land was once the…
Listen in the app3The Palm Avenue and Latin American Roots
Descending from the upper terraces, we are greeted by one of the garden's most striking features: the majestic Palm Avenue. These towering specimens, many brought from Latin America and Africa during the late nineteenth century,…
Listen in the app4The Arboretum and the Emperor Tree
As we move deeper into the dense greenery, we enter the Arboretum, home to some of the garden's largest and most significant individual trees. Among them is the legendary 'Emperor Tree,' or Ar-vor-eh do Im-pe-ra-dor. …
Listen in the app5The Lagartário and Butterfly Research
Nestled among the plants is a specialized facility that highlights the garden's ongoing commitment to ecological research: the La-gar-tah-ryo, or butterfly house. While often popular with families, this is a serious site for the…
Listen in the app6The Lower Terraces and Aquatic Ponds
Descending to the lowest level of the garden, we find ourselves among the aquatic ponds and wetland plantings. Water is an essential element in botanical design, and here it provides a tranquil focal point for the collection. …
Listen in the app7The Horticultural Nursery and Study Areas
Our final stop within the garden itself is the nursery and study area, where the practical work of botany takes place. This is not always open to the general public, but its presence is felt throughout the site. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our journey through the Zhar-DEEM Bo-TAH-nee-ko deh Leesh-BO-ah, take a moment to absorb the profound sense of continuity that defines this place. From its Jesuit origins to its modern role as a center for…
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What is Jardim Botânico de Lisboa?
Jardim Botânico de Lisboa is a place in Santo António with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Santo António |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 38.7181, -9.1489 |
| Last updated |
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