Discovering Portugal

#Portugaltrip "Hey there, fellow adventurers! Welcome to my little corner of the internet. I'm thrilled to take you on a journey through the enchanting land of Portugal, where every cobblestone street tells a story, and every bite of food is a culinary masterpiece. Join me as we uncover the hidden gems of Lisbon, wander through the narrow alleyways of Porto, and soak up the sun on the breathtaking beaches of the Algarve. From sipping on port wine in the Douro Valley to exploring ancient castles in Sintra, there's never a dull moment in this vibrant country. But it's not just about the sights and sounds – it's about the people, the culture, and the soul of Portugal that truly captivates the heart. So grab your passport, pack your bags, and let's embark on an adventure of a lifetime together. Portugal awaits, and I can't wait to share its magic with you. Let's go! ✈️🇵🇹 #PortugalAdventures #Wanderlust #TravelBlog"

7 Things to Know Before Going to Roca Cape｜You should always come to the westernmost point of the Eurasian continent to watch a sunset

At 38 degrees 47 minutes north latitude and 9 degrees 30 minutes west longitude, this is the westernmost point of the Eurasian continent🧭 Without the song of seagulls circling and the warm, soft white sand, under the rugged cliffs covered with wild grass, the Atlantic Ocean is rolling with surging waves and rising water vapor from afar🌊 The last ray of sunlight on this continent falls here every day. "The land ends here, and the sea begins here." This is the deepest confession of Portuguese poet Camões to Roca Cape. Every soul longing for freedom must love this desolation♥️ 🌟A few small things to check in at Roca Cape🌟 1⃣️ Chase the last sunset of the Eurasian continent every day🌄 When the sky turns orange, it is the last sunset on this continent every day. 2⃣️ Buy a "Arrival at the westernmost point of Europe" certificate📄 But, be sure to do these things before sunset😉 Because the souvenir shop closes before it gets dark. 3⃣️ Visit Pena Palace 20 kilometers east of Roca Cape🏰 Standing on the top of the mountain, Pena Palace is just like a fairy tale - crossing valleys and forests🌲, walking through the greenery supported by giant trees, next to the mossy old tree roots, the wild flowers on the roadside are vying for beauty🌺, turning a corner, a colorful castle suddenly appears. The hodgepodge architectural style combines Gothic, Renaissance, Moorish, and Manueline styles all together. Having visited many palaces and castles, Pena Palace is undoubtedly the most brilliant one. 4⃣️ Visit the Moorish Castle🛤 Adjacent to Pena Palace, this castle built by the Arabs witnessed the turbulent dynasty changes on the Iberian Peninsula. 5️⃣Little knowledge about Roca Cape you must know⛵️ 600 years ago, Prince Henry's expedition team bid farewell to the land from Roca Cape, crossed the devil's sea area Bojador Cape, and opened the chapter of the Portuguese maritime empire⚓️. Before that, the desolate Roca Cape was the end of the known world. Across the sea, it is the distant east coast of the United States🇺🇸. Before encountering that other continent, the blue unknown was the only master of this domain. At that moment, you will understand that in front of nature, time flows slowly in billions of years. Standing on the cliff, it always makes people feel that those troubles belonging to life have suddenly become one in a billion. 6️⃣Visiting time🕙 ▪️It is recommended to arrive one hour before sunset and enjoy the last sunset of the Eurasian continent here every day. ▪️The recommended tour duration is 2 hours (excluding Pena Palace and Moorish Castle) 7️⃣Arrival transportation🚗 ▪️If you are just going to visit Pena Palace and Moorish Castle in Sintra, you can easily reach by self-driving and public transportation. ▪️If you go to Roca Cape to watch the sunset, it is more recommended to drive from Lisbon. There is less return transportation after sunset, and you may encounter the embarrassment of not being able to return to the city.

Sintra day trip

A day trip to Sintra is a good way to extend your trip in lisbon. Located a few hours away from lisbon, sintra is popular for travelers like us. Its colorful and eclectic architecture, unique gardens, and stunning views are breathtaking. The town has a laid-back atmosphere, with narrow streets lined with shops, cafes, and restaurants serving traditional Portuguese cuisine. Sintra is easily accessible by train from Lisbon, and a day trip is sufficient to explore its main attractions.

Day trip to Sintra and Cabo da Roca

#newyearadventure Sintra is a UNESCO world heritage site in Portugal famed for its historic palaces and castles. It is about 50 minutes from Lisbon by train so you can easily make a day trip to Sintra while you're in Lisbon. We visited Pena Palace, a fairytale palace built in 19th century, and Quinta da Regaleira, a neo-gothic mansion with the iconic initiation well. We had lunch in Sintra town centre and thereafter travelled to Cabo da Roca - the westernmost point of mainland Europe. It may be cheaper to go from one location to another by Uber or other ride hiring platforms instead of hiring tour guides touting outside Sintra train station. The tour guide we hired charged us 35 euros per pax by fetching us from point A to point B. #portugal #sintra #lisbon #palace #mansion #unesco #penapalace #regaleira #cabodaroca

Must visit while in Sintra

Sintra has to be on your itinerary if you are visiting Lisbon. The town is small enough for one day visit, but has alot to see. We left Lisbon at 830 and had breakfast in Sintra before embarking on our journey. First stop was Quinta de Regaleira - a private home and garden built in the early 20th century - and one of the most interesting structures in the garden is the 9 levels spiral well, hidden amongst the trees and rocks. Our second stop was the colorful and almost Disney like Peña Palace. perched on top of the hill and can be reached by bus from the town center. The last stop of the day was the Moorish Castle which is only 10 min away on foot from the palace. One can see miles away from the castle top and even Lisbon on a clear day. Sintra is only 40 min away by train from Lisbon from Rosario Staton. It is a popular destination especially in the summer. tickets should be booked online in advance. #portugal #sintra #historicplaces

Getting There - Train from Rossio Lisboa Attractions - Pena Palace #sintra #portugal #lisbon #palacemuseum #palace

Sintra, Portugal

Sintra is a charming Portuguese town situated within the cooling hills of the Serra de Sintra. Hidden among its majestic pine forest, you will discover whimsical palaces, extravagant villas and the ruins of a 10th-century Moorish castle. This variety of fascinating historic buildings and stunning natural scenery, makes Sintra an outstanding tourist destination. Sintra is regarded as the finest day trip of the Lisbon region, and a visit to this wonderful town will make a fantastic addition to your holiday plans. The Pena palace is located in the mountains and it's location is absolutely amazing. Get your tickets online in advance which were about 13 euros each

The pictures are from the Palaco da Pena located in the small town of #sintra in #portugal . The place is very colorful with super nice views and a good landscape. It is located in a small forest on a hill. If you stay in Lisbon you can access the palace by trains that are running frequently and cheap. If you go by car note that the parking places are limited. #happynewyear

Sintra + Regaleira (day trip from Lisbon) 🇵🇹 with dos and don’ts 😉

#cherryblossom2024 This place is certainly a must go if you are in Lisbon. It’s really close and beautiful. A day trip is enough to see everything. 🚗 My suggestion is to get a group/private tour that pick you up in the city and show you around Sintra. It’s more convenient and you don’t need to find a parking lot, so it’s way less stressful. 🚫 Choose a tour that includes the palace and the regaleira, they are both in Sintra, but different places. 👑 The palace is where the king used to spend his summer, and later on became his official house (but I won’t give spoilers, you just and learn by yourself). 🪴 The Regaleira is a private garden with many mystical stories, inverted towers and tree species from all over the world (but again, you just visit to truly understand the mystery behind his place). 🍩 Finally, the tour guys will certainly bring you to the village, where you can try some sweets that were invented originally there. The most popular shop is the Periquita. 🍫Also try the Ginga in the chocolate cup. ⛔️My tour also included a fast visit to Cascais, but I don’t recommend it, the visit is too fast and you cannot really enjoy your time there. So If you can, skip it 😉 #freehotelstay #falltrip #sintra #regaleira #foodlovers #Ginga #catlovers #myth #mythical

Stunning scenes in Sintra

So worth a trip if you’re in Lisbon! We spent the whole day here just wandering around it’s so beautiful. Definitely get a tuk tuk to the top - you don’t want to walk up… You can go inside the castle, walk up the hills to the view points, lovely forests and gardens and we loved the well. The little town also has so many cute cafes and restaurants to grab food. #localguides #Lisbon

Real-life Disney Castle

Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a captivating Portuguese town known for its opulent palaces, extravagant villas, historic sites, lush forests and jagged hills. Must-see attractions include:🌟 1.The whimsical Palácio da Pena 2. Moorish castle ruins 3. Mystical Quinta da Regaleira gardens 4. Arabian-inspired Palácio de Monserrate. Beyond the tourist routes, Sintra offers dense forests, rugged coastlines, secluded religious sites, and breathtaking viewpoints for adventurous travelers.⛰️ How to get there:🛣 Sintra is a town in the foothills of the Sintra Mountains, about an hour northwest of Lisbon. 1. I don't recommend driving to Sintra. Parking at the palaces and within the town is tough (as in, parking options are virtually nonexistent).🚘 2. Trains run regularly from Lisbon's Rossio station (up to 6 times per hour during the busy season). Tickets are €4.60 return (5.10 Euro total if you don't already have a Viva Viagem card, which is Lisbon's transport card).The journey from Lisbon to Sintra takes about 40 minutes.🚆 3. There's also a combo ticket you can purchase for the train and Sintra buses for €14. If you're going to try to get this combo ticket, I recommend purchasing in- person at the station. Getting around Sintra:🚍 The most affordable way to get around is by taking the tourist buses that run regular routes to Sintra's most popular attractions. These buses are 434 and 435. #cherryblossom2024

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Beautiful Portugal to be remembered

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Beautiful Palace of Peña

European Eden

Sintara. Moorish Castle & Pena Palace. The mountains in this area are undulating, and palaces, castles, and villas are nestled in the blue sky. The cultural landscape and natural scenery are blended together. Poet Byron likened Sintara to Eden.

Converting the burnt church into a castle is still so beautiful. Entering here, people want to stop and stay longer. Stay in this fairy town for a few days. It is the town of Sintra. The first Sunday in May is Spain, Mother's Day in Portugal. There are many mothers and daughters sitting outside the restaurant, and enjoy a warm family time. Come here is more suitable for walking, shuttle between the colorful houses, happiness is so simple.

Sintra was the first land in the 19th century to gather European romantic architecture, and Ferdinand II converted the burnt church into a castle. It is a collection of Gothic, Egyptian, Moorish, and Renaissance architectural features. Also known as the fairy tale town, colorful houses, bright flowers, and princesses in the castle.

From Lisbon to Sintra, you can take a small train from Rossio train station for an hour to get there. You can buy a round-trip ticket when you buy a ticket, and there are a lot of trips. The terminal is sintra. Sintra's train station is very mini, there is a main road out of the train station, there is a visitor center opposite, what car to take to what attractions can consult the visitor center to take a map. I bought a bus pass for 12 Euro/person, and any car can be used, no matter how many times. Since there is no time to go to the Moorish castle, it is good to stand at the top of the palace. This castle, which looks like the Great Wall, was built when the Arabs occupied the Iberian Peninsula in the 8th and 9th centuries. If there is more time, I think it is worthwhile to look at it in the past. The church inside the castle is not as grand as many famous European cathedrals, but it is also a standard church.