Jardim de Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Garden), Braga (must see)
Santa Barbara Garden seamlessly combines the principles of geometric design with the organic beauty of colorful flowers, lush vegetation, and the presence of lively birds. What sets this garden apart is its central location, breaking the monotony of cement and brick structures, making it a truly unique urban oasis.
The garden derives its name from the 17th-century fountain at its heart, crowned by a statue of Santa B谩rbara. This statue has a fascinating history as it once graced the Convento dos Rem茅dios. The garden's connection to a local pastry called Vi煤vas adds an intriguing layer of cultural significance. It's believed that the Vi煤vas pastry was invented in the very convent where the fountain originally stood.
Nestled in the historic center of Braga, Santa Barbara Garden is a beloved gem recommended by locals and a photographer's dream. Its vibrant colors and meticulously tended flowers create a visually stunning environment. Adding to its allure, the Medieval Wing of the Pa莽o Episcopal Braga provides a historical backdrop, imbuing the garden with a sense of timelessness and making it an even more extraordinary place to explore and savor.
The garden derives its name from the 17th-century fountain at its heart, crowned by a statue of Santa B谩rbara. This statue has a fascinating history as it once graced the Convento dos Rem茅dios. The garden's connection to a local pastry called Vi煤vas adds an intriguing layer of cultural significance. It's believed that the Vi煤vas pastry was invented in the very convent where the fountain originally stood.
Nestled in the historic center of Braga, Santa Barbara Garden is a beloved gem recommended by locals and a photographer's dream. Its vibrant colors and meticulously tended flowers create a visually stunning environment. Adding to its allure, the Medieval Wing of the Pa莽o Episcopal Braga provides a historical backdrop, imbuing the garden with a sense of timelessness and making it an even more extraordinary place to explore and savor.
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Jardim de Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Garden) on Map
Sight Name: Jardim de Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Garden)
Sight Location: Braga, Portugal (See walking tours in Braga)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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Sight Location: Braga, Portugal (See walking tours in Braga)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Braga, Portugal
Create Your Own Walk in Braga
Creating your own self-guided walk in Braga is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Braga Introduction Walking Tour
The history of Braga, Portugal's religious capital, spans millennia. Located in the northern Minho region, this city is also one of the country's oldest, reportedly founded by Bracari Celts.
Braga's origin is closely associated with the Roman conquest in 136 BC, culminating in the establishment of Bracara Augusta in 16 BC, a pivotal location within the newly-formed Gallaecia... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Braga's origin is closely associated with the Roman conquest in 136 BC, culminating in the establishment of Bracara Augusta in 16 BC, a pivotal location within the newly-formed Gallaecia... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Historical Religious Sites Walking Tour
Braga is a prominent destination in Portugal's Religious Tourism segment, primarily due to its vibrant Holy Week celebrations and rich ecclesiastical architecture. Indeed, being one of the world's oldest Christian cities, Braga boasts an extensive religious legacy. Much like Rome, it seamlessly interweaves art and spirituality throughout its historic center.
Here, you will find a... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles
Here, you will find a... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles