Palaces and Gardens of Sintra, Portugal [Amazing Places 4K]

Sintra is a town and municipality near Lisbon in Portugal, which is famous for at least six extraordinary, very different in style palaces and castles in Sintra, most of them with adjacent gardens. The Pena National Palace (Palácio da Pena) is a work of 19th century Romanticism, mixing Egyptian, Moorish, Gothic and Renaissance elements. Quinta da Regaleira is a unique artistic palace with caves, lakes, underground passageways, and mystical initiation well, resembling un underground tower. The Moorish Castle (Castelo dos Mouros) was used by the Moors in the 9th century, when they occupied the area. Sintra National Palace (Palácio Nacional de Sintra) is a Royal Palace in the city center, built in the early 15th century. The Palace of Monserrate (​​Palácio de Monserrate) is an example of mid-19th century eclecticism, combining neo-Gothicism with Arab and India architectural elements. Monserrate is renowned for its gardens, with thousands of exotic species from all over the world. Queluz National Palace (Palácio Nacional de Queluz) is an 18th-century palace and gardens which served as a royal residence for a century. The palace has been called “Versailles of Portugal“. Cabo da Roca is the westernmost point of mainland Europe, with a lighthouse and stunning views over nearby rocky beaches. The Cultural Landscape of Sintra is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. In the video: 0:00 Pena National Palace 4:35 Quinta da Regaleira 8:53 Moorish Castle 11:26 Sintra National Palace 13:04 Park and Palace of Monserrate 15:06 Queluz National Palace 18:10 Cabo da Roca Recorded March 2022 in 4K Ultra HD with Sony AX700 and Osmo Pocket 2. Music: François Couture - Dal Segno - Preludes 4, 2, 3, 5, 7 Licensed via ----------------------- About Amazing Places on Our Planet: High quality videos of amazing travel destinations around the world. Immerse yourself in beautiful scenic places without the distraction of words. New 4K video every Friday or every second Friday. Filmed and Edited by Milosh Kitchovitch (business inquiries: ). YouTube: Website: Facebook: Instagram: More Amazing Places in 4K: