Category: <span>Portugal’s Museums</span>

The Palace of Ajuda, Lisbon: Portugal’s Last Royal Home With A Living Heart

The Palace of Ajuda in Lisbon is Portugal’s last royal residence, where history and grandeur meet. Wander through opulent state rooms, step into the new Royal Treasure Museum housing the crown jewels, and enjoy sweeping views over Belém and the Tagus River.

The Monastery of Tibães: Portugal’s Forgotten Baroque Jewel

Just outside Braga, the Monastery of Tibães offers a journey through Portugal’s Baroque past. From gilded altars and silent cloisters to vast gardens and woodland trails, this restored Benedictine monument reveals both grandeur and ruin.

Pena National Palace

Sintra, Portugal This magnificent Portuguese palace appears to be a mash-up of many castles. "For any proud Portuguese & curious foreigner, a visit to Pena Palace is a must" The…

Porto Cathedral – Sé do Porto

The Porto Cathedral is one of the city's oldest structures and one of the most significant local Romanesque structures. Contrary to popular belief, the present Cathedral of Porto was not…

The Nau Quinhentista (16th century ship)

The Nau Quinhentista, a replica of a Portuguese vessel from the early 16th century, was designed by Rear Admiral Rogério d'Oliveira and built at the Samuel & Filhos shipyards. With…

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