Location
Sintra, Portugal is often described as a fairy tale setting and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Its enchanting landscape of royal palaces (including Pena Palace and the National Palace), ancient castles, mystical gardens, and 19th-century Romantic architecture has earned it poetic nicknames such as “Glorious Eden” and “Moon Hill.”
Once a cherished summer retreat for Portuguese royalty and aristocracy, Sintra offers a rare harmony of dramatic natural beauty and remarkable man-made wonders.
Beyond Sintra’s historic city center, the surrounding landscape is rich with symbolism and deeply rooted in local cosmology and mythology, a place whose natural energy deeply touches the human experience drawing seekers, mystics, and travelers for centuries.
Officially known as Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, this region is home to landmarks such as Quinta da Regaleira, where architecture, gardens and dense forests are charged with magical motifs and cosmological themes that echo throughout local art, including the famed Portuguese tiles.
Nearby, the Convent of the Capuchos offers another window into the region’s spiritual heritage; its remaining structures reflect the enduring influence of contemplative traditions and Indigenous practices on Portuguese culture.
Just beyond lies the renowned Sintra Atlantic coast, known as Colares, the westernmost edge of Europe, where dramatic cliffs, sweeping beaches, and a solitary lighthouse once guided explorers beyond familiar shores. Today, the imprint of their journeys can still be felt along these beautiful and enchanting shores.
Our location invites you to slow down, reflect, and immerse yourself in its beauty and history. Over the course of the week, you’ll explore the region and uncover the many layers of life in Portugal, where the legacy of ancient Romans, Celts, Moors, and Indigenous peoples continues to shape the present. Experience the cultural influences and traditions that form the cornerstone of Portuguese life, and allow yourself time to unwind, restore, and connect with this extraordinary place.
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