Jardim Duque da Terceira, Public garden in Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal.
The Jardim Duque da Terceira is a public garden in Angra do Heroísmo with winding paths through different plant sections and historical structures. The grounds combine European garden design with local history at an elevated location in the city.
The garden was founded in 1882 under Civil Governor Afonso de Castro and incorporated elements from former Franciscan and Jesuit convents. This connection to the island's religious past appears in preserved water features and architectural fragments.
The garden is named after a duke and displays European design principles across its different sections. Visitors see how English Romantic and French geometric styles work side by side here.
The garden is easily accessible with marked paths leading to different viewpoints, including an elevated area with wide views. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes as the paths are hilly and can be explored over a longer period.
The garden holds decorative tile panels from the 18th century showing everyday scenes from that period. Visitors can also discover rare plant species like dragon trees and various exotic tree types growing in this location.
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