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Queluz Travel Guide: 35 reviews and 163 photos
The royal palace of Queluz was built at the end of the XVIII century following the fad of that era to build country palaces: Versailles in France, Petrodvorets in Russia, etc. However, despite its obvious elegance it doesn't come close, and instead shows that by that time the period of prestige and wealth enjoyed by Portugal had long since passed.
Nevertheless it is a worthwhile excursion, particularly as it is located conveniently on the Sintra train line.
- Pros:architectural elegance
- Cons:not as impressive as more famous European analogues
- In a nutshell:a worthwhile stop on your trip to Sintra
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Army Barracks
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I am not sure what is located in this building, but it appears to belong to the army. It is located right across from... more travel advice
Back Garden & Grotto
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In addition to the formal garden in the front, there is a vast back garden. Be sure not to miss it, both for the... more travel advice
Palace Interior
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Throne Room is one of the most impressive rooms of the palace, even though the original floor has not sirvived. Most of... more travel advice
Palacio de Queluz
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This palace was built by Queen Maria I, whose statue graces the square in front of it. This palace is not... more travel advice
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WOW the inside of that palace is simply stunning