Santa Catarina Park Explained

Santa Catarina Park
Photo Width:300
Type:Public park
Location:Funchal in Madeira
Coords:32.6455°N -16.9141°W
Area:36,000m2
Created:1966
Status:Open year round

Santa Catarina Park is one of the largest parks in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal.

History

The site of the park was originally occupied by a chapel.[1] The chapel, called Santa Catarina Chapel, was built out of wood in the early 1400s, and then upgraded to stone in the 1600s.[2]

Description

This park is about 36000m2 in area. It has multiple aviaries, and is located near the Bay of Funchal. There are several paths with benches, in addition to some statues and Santa Catarina Chapel.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: SANTA CATARINA PARK. Madeira-web.com. 22 February 2019.
  2. Web site: Santa Catarina Park . Funchal Council . 25 October 2017.