Explore a palace that many feel is the most romantic in Portugal
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A trip to Lisbon isn't complete until you've visited Sintra and Monserrate Palace, in our opinion. The property has evolved from a 16th-century chapel that was dedicated to Our Lady of Monserrate, into the private house that it is today, having been owned by English writer and art collector, William Beckford, and then Sir Francis Cook, an English Baronet, who commissioned the current design.
Inside the house you will find opulence with detailed stuccos, intricate wood work, beautiful stained glass windows and a central atrium with very ornate decorations. Outside the house you will find domes and towers and delicate stonework which is covered with exotic motifs.
Visitors can enjoy a stroll through the gardens of this unique UNESCO World Heritage site (part of the Cultural Landscape of Sintra UNESCO listing). Sintra itself is a picturesque town that is celebrated for its romantic and architectural beauty and promises visitors a magical experience.
You will also find rare plant species from around the world as you wonder around the forest-like gardens, which are full of colour and fragrance. Discover the serene lake, the elegant fountains, the natural springs, and the mysterious grottoes - perfect for photo opportunities.