Park
Most of the four hectares of land in the estate consist of a densely treed park crossed by myriad roads and footpaths. The woods are neatly arranged in the lower parts of the estate, but left wild and disorganized in the upper parts, reflecting Carvalho Monteiro's belief in primitivism. Decorative, symbolic and leisure structures can be found everywhere throughout the park, all located within a few minutes walk from the palace.
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Gazebo on the ornate bridge over the lower gate.
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Bench between the lake and the Loggia.
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Bench between the lake and the Ibis Fountain.
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Bench between the chapel and the palace.
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