Quinta da Regaleira is one of the most magical and mysterious places I’ve ever been to, and its location in the picturesque hills of Sintra, Portugal, only adds to its allure. This UNESCO World Heritage Site stands out for its stunning architecture, which could make you think of fairy tales or, if you’re like me, Dracula’s castle. Its lush gardens, ...
Sintra’s Palacio da Pena (or Pena Palace) is one of the most curious and beautiful castles I’ve been lucky to visit. This Portuguese token of Romanticism is on a mountain and looks like it stepped right out of the pages of a fairy tale book. Its striking shades of red and yellow and its facade’s intricate and ornate details make ...
Tucked away in a quaint 19th-century mansion right next to the historic heart of Sintra, the Sintra Marmòris Palace is a breathtaking luxury accommodation with stunning views of the mountains and the National Palace. This little boutique hotel with just 9 rooms was a total highlight of my recent trip to Sintra. Sintra’s Marmòris Palace Boasting a grand total of ...
Sintra is like a page torn from a fairy tale, with lush hills, misty forests, and the jewel in its crown: the colorful Pena Palace. This town near Lisbon showcases a quintessential Portuguese charm with its cobbled streets and traditional bakeries, where the scent of freshly baked queijadas lingers in the air. Likewise, besides its picturesque landscape, this town also ...
Sintra is one of the most famous towns in Portugal. Its close location to Lisbon makes it one of the most popular day trip destinations for tourists visiting the Portuguese capital. With a fairytale village appearance, this town is known for its palaces, castles and stately mansions scattered on its mountains. Among its main attractions are the Sintra National Palace, ...