Today I want to share with you a walk I took yesterday afternoon when I went to Lisbon. Starting in Martim Moniz square, and heading up Rua de São Lázaro towards Campo Mártires da Pátria, I came across some very diverse architecture... from houses that have been completely restored but retain their original design, to others that still retain their original design, with little or no improvement to their façade, and a small number of them walled up, waiting for better destinations....
One thing is certain, the façades are unique, many decorated with tiles, iron shutters and high ceilings. In the midst of the taller buildings, you can still see low-rise buildings with old features... So nice! I love to see that Lisbon, despite being such a tourist hotspot, still manages to retain some details of its history and recent life.
I turned right onto Rua Nova do Desterro, which led to Rua do Saco - a peculiar name for a street, don't you think?
I didn't know this area of Arroios that well, which is why I love getting to know a bit of Lisbon whenever I get the chance. And now, with the good weather, I like getting lost in the city more and more, and discovering its nooks and crannies....
I passed by Lisbon's Basic School No. 1! Have you ever thought... it must have taken this name, because it must have been one of the first, in fact the first to be registered as an educational institution, during the time of the Estado Novo - I'll have to confirm this information, because history isn't my forte at all.
The municipal library of Arroios is also on the left-hand side of the street. Shortly afterwards, we passed the Lardo do Mastro Fountain, and after less than 200 meters, we arrived at Campo Mártires da Pátria. The Braancamp Ferreira Garden is on our left. We are greeted by a very large green space with a lake that is inhabited by several ducks, classified trees and exotic birds (which I didn't spot). At the other end of the garden, there is the famous statue of Dr. Sousa Martins. A doctor and pharmacist who dedicated his life as a doctor to relieving the pain of those who couldn't afford to pay for medical care. Today, he is considered a lay saint (not recognized by the church), but many sick and infirm people see in his image an inspiration and a mediumship... Ex-votos are often deposited in front of his statue, which is located at one end of the Faculty of Medicine at the New University of Lisbon.
At the end of my walk, and just before I exchanged a few words with a flower seller who has one of the stalls selling many of the flowers that are then laid by the people paying homage to Dr. Sousa Martins... I even spotted a rooster! It's true... And if you think it was the only one, don't! In this garden, there is a flock of roosters and hens, which make this place a little more special!
I hope you enjoyed discovering another corner of Lisbon with me!
Bem Hajam🍀
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I love the buildings in Portugal, the exterior are so colourful and meticulously decorated, lovely walk!
Thanks, P! I hope this week will be a little quieter, so that I can keep up with the publications of my favorite authors. Do you know if the "Favorites Feed" option on Pekd will be available again? I have a list of authors I met at HiveFest, which is on another list, and I can't see it... I end up missing the publications I'd most like to see in the feed. I hope you enjoyed your trip to Porto!
I noticed the list function hasn't worked for a while. I follow all my favourite authors and only have a shit list where I monitor scammers, they are having a break from me at the moment 🙃
Porto was lovely, we took the train to Duoro Valley, which was amazing. Lots to write about.
Can't wait to catch up for your posts and adventures! Gonna take some time to pick up your previous posts :)
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STOPThat garden looks like one of the best places in town where to have a walk and disconnect from daily routines. Lots of beauty offered both by the green areas but also by the buildings architecture which is not less interesting!
Hello Gabriela! Sorry for only replying you today... I had a lot of work... For the beginning, thank you so much for the comment and appreciation. On the other hand, this is not one of the most popular gardens in Lisbon. They are plenty more, that are more tourist guided (Belém, Oriente, Estrela, etc). This particular Garden was a true discover to me, and a true surprise, because just like you said, the surroundings are gorgeous, and ll the simple surroundings very interesting... even the animals!
Beautiful pictures 😍😍
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Through your post I got to know a little bit of Lisbon, very nice pictures, I loved the one of the roosters, congratulations, greetings.
I can tell you that the rooster in the center of Lisbon, in a Urban garden made my day! Ahaha Thank you so much for the comment, and also for the appreciation!
I love your post...
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Thanks for sharing this delightful glimpse into your exploration of Lisbon
You are welcome, @ellie-mai! I'm the one that thanks you for the appreciation and for the comment. Thank you for the time that you have took to read and see my post :)