Sintra – Stunning Pena Palace

The stunning Palácio da Pena is one of the finest tourist attractions in Portugal. It sits on top of the lush hills, covered in bright colors and cloaking the skyline of Sintra. This beautiful palace is an outstanding example of 19 th Century romantic style of architecture. Surrounding the palace are the forest grounds of Parque da Pena with its romantic pathways, hidden trails around giant boulders, lush fern gardens and spectacular viewpoints.

The palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal. On a clear day you can even spot it from Lisbon!

The palace’s history started in the Middle Ages when a chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Pena was built on the top of the hill above Sintra. According to tradition, construction occurred after an apparition of the Virgin Mary.

The best place to stay if you want to visit Palácio da Pena and the larger Sintra area is the Hedone property in Galamares. It is just a 10 minute drive from the center of Sintra and another 10 minutes to the Palácio da Pena in the hills.

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