Sintra National Palace
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Pedro Pereira
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"The National Palace of Sintra, also known as Palácio da Vila, was one of the palaces used by the Portuguese Royal Family practically until the end of the Monarchy, in 1910.
Urban implantation, its construction began in the 15th century, with traces of an unknown author.
It presents features of medieval, Gothic, Manueline, Renaissance and Romantic architecture. It is considered an example of organic architecture, a set of apparently separate bodies, but which are part of a whole linked to each other, through courtyards, stairs, corridors and galleries. It has the largest set of Mudéjar tiles in the country.
It is dominated by two large twin chimneys that crown the kitchen and constitute the "ex-libris" of Sintra."
Silvia De Caro
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"Sintra, even though it is a small town, has a lot to offer. The most important is the Palácio Nacional de Sintra, symbol of the city. The Palácio Nacional de Sintra is an ancient medieval palace, former residence of the ruling dynasties. Inside you can discover the history of Sintra by visiting its ancient rooms such as the Hall of Coats of Arms which houses the 72 coats of arms of the most important Portuguese families of the 16th century.
👣with public transport: reachable on foot from Sintra Station (750m, 10min).
🎟️Ticket cost: palace full price 13£-reduced price 10£,free entry under 6.
The gardens is free. "
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"This was one of our all time favorite tours and we tell all of our family and friends this is a must do while in Portugal. Sintra is stunning and the guides are very friendly and knowledgeable. Take the train from Lisbon to Sintra to meet up with your guides and enjoy a very fun day through Sintra, a locals lunch spot, then to a secret, beautiful lookout, and finally ending in the beach town of Cascais. "
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