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Architecture in Lisbon and Sintra

Lisbon, where I spent last weekend, proved to be a delight. Of particular interest was the architecture, given the many cultures who have occupied the territories where the modern city now lies.   

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The Manueline style of architecture is evident in Lisbon’s most important building, the Jeronimos Monastery.
      

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The cloister of the same monastery.
      

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The Tower of Belem - possibly the cutest tower ever constructed.
      

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Palacio de Pena - in the hills of nearby Sintra, a heritage-listed area. Probably the most fantastical “real” castle I have ever seen. The exterior is something out of Disneyland.
      

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The contrast with the Palacio de Pena and the historic Moorish Castle could not be more stark. This somewhat dilapidated structure has an enviable position draped around the hills of Sintra, looking down on the village times. It dates back to around 900AD when the Islamic Moors occupied these lands.
   

Needless to say, if you ever get the opportunity to wander aimlessly around these parts, I recommend you do so.

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3 Responses to “Architecture in Lisbon and Sintra”

  1. Pea Green Says:
    February 18th, 2008 at 6:50 am     		Gravatar

    I think you’re having far too good a time Guy and you should make haste back to Sydney’s west. Bloody gadabout.

  2. Guy Says:
    February 18th, 2008 at 8:58 pm     		Gravatar

    It’s shocking isn’t it? If I wasn’t having too busy having so much fun I would be ashamed. :)

  3. Club Troppo » Missing Link Daily Says:
    February 19th, 2008 at 4:13 am     		Gravatar

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