Parques y jardines en Santos

Parks and Gardens in Santos

Santos features a variety of green spaces ranging from structured urban squares to expansive nature reserves. The Jardim Botânico Municipal houses over 300 plant species across 90,000 square meters, while the Nascentes de Paranapiacaba reserve protects primary Atlantic Forest and vital water sources. In the urban core, Praça da Independência acts as a historic landmark in the Gonzaga district, and neighborhood parks like Praça 14 Bis provide local recreational space and monuments.

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Praça da Independência

Central square in the Gonzaga district featuring a monument commemorating the independence of Brazil and the Brothers Andrada.

Jardim Botânico Municipal de Santos Chico Mendes

Spanning 90,000 square meters, this garden contains over 300 plant species, including a collection of Amazonian trees and native palms.

Parque Natural Municipal Nascentes de Paranapiacaba

Nature reserve protecting 400 hectares of Atlantic Forest, including the headwaters of the Rio Grande and multiple hiking trails.

Praça do Mercado

Historic square in the Paranapiacaba district, situated near the former railway market and local architectural heritage sites.

Praça Espanha

Local neighborhood square in the Santa Maria district.

Praça Doutor Jerônimo La Terza

Public square in the Santa Maria neighborhood equipped with a playground and sports facilities.

Praça Dr. Augusto Cerqueira

Neighborhood square located in the Areia Branca area.

Praça 14 Bis

Public square featuring a monument dedicated to Alberto Santos-Dumont and his 14-bis aircraft.