Sintra National Palace
Sintra National Palace, Medieval royal palace in central Sintra, Portugal
The palace features two massive conical chimneys rising from its kitchens and whitewashed facades surrounding a central courtyard named Ala Joanina.
Portuguese monarchs inhabited this palace continuously from the early 15th century until the late 19th century, making it Portugal's longest-used royal residence.
The palace exhibits multiple architectural influences through its rooms, incorporating Moorish, Gothic, and Manueline styles with traditional Portuguese azulejo tiles.
The palace welcomes visitors daily from 9:30 to 17:30, except Wednesdays, with adult admission at 13 euros and youth tickets at 10 euros.
The Swan Room contains a ceiling decorated with 27 gold-rimmed swans, painted during the reign of João I to commemorate his children's marriages.
Location: Sintra (Santa Maria e São Miguel, São Martinho e São Pedro de Penaferrim)
Inception: 14 century
Architectural style: Moorish architecture, Manueline, Gothic architecture, Mudéjar architecture
Elevation above the sea: 209 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Part of: Cultural Landscape of Sintra
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 9:30-17:30; Wednesday off
Website: https://parquesdesintra.pt/parques-jardins-e-monumentos/palacio-nacional-de-sintra
GPS coordinates: 38.79778,-9.39083
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:00
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