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Anjos Teixeira Museum
Named in honor of two of Portugal’s greatest sculptors, a father and son, this small museum is housed in a former watermill in the outskirts of Sintra. Son Pedro Augusto found more widespread success than his father and bequeathed both...
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Convent of the Capuchos
This 16th century convent, overgrown with winding ivy and moss, is a mystical spot to visit. Formerly the home to clergy members until 1834 when religious orders were abolished in Portugal, it was renovated and repaired in the 20th century...
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Palacio Nacional de Sintra
Designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Palacio Nacional de Sintra has a history that stretches back to Moorish rule. Built in the 10th century, the remarkably preserved palace was a favorite of Portuguese royalty and was restored in...
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Queluz Palace
Sometimes heralded as the Versailles of Portugal, Queluz Palace was the ornate residence of Portugal’s royal family during the 18th century. The design is influenced by Rococo and Neoclassical styles with gilded woods, sparkling chandeliers, vast ballrooms and spectacular artwork....
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Quinta da Regalaira
Theatrical, Gothic and eerie, the Quinta da Regalaira estate is the brainchild of former owner Antoio Augusto Carvalho Monteiro. Designed to be a “bewildering” place where Monteiro could house collected symbols reflecting his interests, the palace hides alchemic, Masonic and...
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Spa at Penha Longa Resort
Set within the Penha Longa Resort in Sintra, the 16,000-square-foot spa include a Jacuzzi, contrast pool and a three-meter waterfall imbuing the place with a sense of being in nature. Overlooking the pool is a teak and stone platform that...