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Castle of Amboise

Castle Of Amboise: Best Tips For Visiting This Year

France / ,

The Castle of Amboise (in French, Château d’Amboise) is one of the most important castles in France, as it was one of the favorites of the French Royal Family. On top of that, it’s one of the best-preserved French castles in the country, with architectural and decorative elements from the end of the 15th century! In addition to dozens of magnificent rooms, galleries, and chambers, the Castle of Amboise comprises countless outdoor terraces, guard towers, and lush gardens!

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Palace of the Dukes of Braganza

Palace Of The Dukes Of Braganza: Best Tips For Visiting This Year

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The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza is a ducal palace situated in the historic center of Guimarães, a few meters from Guimarães Castle. Mainly inhabited in the 15th century, this manor house is considered a unique architectural example in the Iberian Peninsula! The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza was commissioned by Dom Afonso, around 1420. Dom Afonso was the illegitimate son of King João I and accumulated the titles of 8th Count of Barcelos, 2nd Count of Neiva, and 1st Duke of Braganza!

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Machado de Castro National Museum

Machado De Castro National Museum: Best Tips For Visiting This Year

Portugal / ,

The Machado de Castro National Museum is one of the largest and most important fine arts museums in Portugal. Installed in the building of the former Bishop’s Palace of Coimbra, the museum is part of the area listed as World Heritage in 2013! The Machado de Castro National Museum’s collection includes notable examples of sculpture, painting, and decorative arts. In fact, the museum was named after Joaquim Machado de Castro, one of the most prominent Portuguese sculptors of the 18th century!

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Works of Antoni Gaudí

Complete Guide To The Works Of Antoni Gaudí

Spain /

The Works of Antoni Gaudí are a set of seven monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1984 (Casa Milà, Palau Güell, Park Güell) and 2005 (Casa Batlló, Casa Vicens, Crypt of Colònia Güell, Nativity Façade and Crypt of the Sagrada Familia)! The seven Works of Antoni Gaudí were designed by the Catalan architect in the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. And with the exception of the Crypt of Colònia Güell, all the monuments can be found in the city of Barcelona!

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National Hunting Park of Mafra

How To Visit The National Hunting Park Of Mafra This Year

Portugal / ,

The Royal Hunting Park of Mafra was founded by King João V in 1747, following the construction of the Palace-Convent of Mafra. With almost 1200 hectares, the Royal Hunting Park of Mafra served as a hunting and leisure place for Portuguese royalty. In 1910, the site was renamed the National Hunting Park of Mafra and was used for hunting. Nowadays, it’s focused on ecotourism and adventure tourism, promoting races, hiking and mountain biking tracks, carriage and electric car rides, and much more!

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Stock Exchange Palace

Stock Exchange Palace: Best Tips For Visiting This Year

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The Stock Exchange Palace (in Portuguese, Palácio da Bolsa) is one of the most famous monuments in the city of Porto, receiving the visit of hundreds of thousands of tourists every year. In addition, as it’s located in the historic center of Porto, it has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1996! Intended to serve as the headquarters of the Commercial Association of Porto, the Stock Exchange Palace began to be built in 1842, on the site of the former Convent of Saint Francis!

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Monastery of Alcobaça

How To Visit The Monastery Of Alcobaça This Year

Portugal / ,

The Monastery of Alcobaça (or the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Alcobaça) was the first major structure in Gothic architecture to be built in Portugal. The works began in 1178 and were carried out by Cistercian monks. The Monastery of Alcobaça is also the resting place of King Pedro I and Inês de Castro, the protagonists of the most famous (and tragic) Portuguese love story. Located in the Church’s transept, their tombs are true masterpieces of Gothic sculpture!

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Monastery of Batalha

How To Visit The Monastery Of Batalha This Year

Portugal / ,

The Monastery of Batalha, officially the Monastery of Saint Mary of the Victory, is a Manueline-style monument that was built by King João I. Located in the town of Batalha, in the Leiria district, it was dedicated to the Virgin Mary after the Portuguese victory in the Battle of Aljubarrota! The Monastery of Batalha was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983 and declared one of the “7 Wonders of Portugal” in 2007. In addition, it gained the status of National Pantheon in 2016!

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National Forest of the Seven Hills

How To Visit The National Forest Of The Seven Hills This Year

Portugal / ,

The National Forest of the Seven Hills is the main park in Tomar. With about 39 hectares, it’s also called Fence of the Convent of Christ, as it was owned by the Order of Christ until the extinction of religious orders in 1834. Nowadays, the National Forest of the Seven Hills is the ideal place in Tomar for walking, doing sports, and enjoying nature and the outdoors. Here, you’ll find several picnic parks and hiking trails, as well as a children’s playground and other points of interest!

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Guimarães Castle

Guimarães Castle: Best Tips For Visiting This Year

Portugal / ,

Guimarães Castle is one of the most beautiful castles in Portugal. It has also been a National Monument, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the 7 Wonders of Portugal Therefore, it’s only natural that this medieval castle is one of the most visited in the country! Guimarães Castle is linked to Portugal’s foundation as a sovereign and independent nation. This is because its construction dates from the mid-10th century when the region belonged to the County of Portugal!

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