Palácio da Regaleira

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Palácio da Regaleira, built at the beginning of the 20th century, emerges from the scenery like an enormous, marvelous monument.

António Monteiro, owner of a large fortune, bought from Baron Regaleira a land fed by many springs. He invited Manini – the set designer from the São Carlos Opera House in Lisbon – to design this fantastic romantic dream in an exuberant neo-Manuelian style. The remarkable gardens are placed in a very specific arrangement that tells a story. The grounds are full of tunnels, wells, secret ways and exquisite sculptures. A more..