Sintra, nestled in the cooling hills of the Lisbon Region, is like a page torn from a fairy tale. It’s an enchanting town that’s ideal for those wanting to immerse themselves in historic splendor and natural beauty. Here’s a compelling description to entice potential visitors:
Envision a place where opulent palaces, ancient castles, and lush gardens are woven seamlessly into a tapestry of greenery in the foothills of Portugal’s Sintra Mountains. Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is an extraordinary destination where the richness of history and the serenity of nature converge to create a perfect escape from the modern world.
Begin your journey at the Pena Palace, a Romanticist chateau that sits atop a hill like a colorful crown made of towers and terraces, walls painted in vibrant yellows and reds—seemingly conjured from a dream. The palace is surrounded by the Pena Park, where visitors can wander amidst ferns and rhododendrons to the sound of hidden waterfalls.
Not far from there, the Moorish Castle whispers the tales of a distant past, with its rugged ramparts offering breath-taking vistas overlooking Sintra and the surrounding countryside. The castle is a testament to the various civilizations that have populated the area since the 9th century.
Venture deeper and discover the Quinta da Regaleira, a luxurious estate that hosts a palace, chapel, and a labyrinth of enchanting grottoes, fountains, and lush gardens. The initiation wells, which sink deep into the earth, create a mysterious setting that stirs the imagination.
At the heart of Sintra is the Sintra National Palace, easily identifiable by its iconic twin conical chimneys. It’s a palace that has stood through the ages since Moorish times, bearing witness to the ebb and flow of Portugal’s extraordinary history.
Beyond these magnificent sites, Sintra’s town center is a delightful maze of cobbled streets and traditional Portuguese bakeries, where the aroma of freshly-baked “queijadas” and “travesseiros” pastries beckon. And then there’s the coastline – a short drive away – where the Atlantic Ocean caresses sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs, culminating in the westernmost point of mainland Europe, Cabo da Roca.
A visit to Sintra isn’t just about visiting a location; it’s about stepping into a living tapestry where every path leads to another wonder, and every glance offers a view more spellbinding than the last. It’s not merely a journey but an experience that will enchant your soul and linger in your memory long after you depart.
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Hi everyone my name is lili.I work in sitra .I am tour guide and driver.
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Hi Lili
Thank you so much for being a wonderful guide. The moment we arrived at the station you looked after us so well and created a wonderful tour for the rest of our day.
And in so doing, we met as strangers and left as friends 🩷
Kindest Regards
Jacquie & Kevin
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Thank you so much
Irealy enjoyed with you … Hope see u again///.
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I’m Samane. Some days a go my friends and I had a great time in Sintra with Lili and her husband. The tour was amazing. They are very nice and welcoming people.
Thanks so much 🙏
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It was an amazing experience in Portugal for me which this all good memories would’ve happened without helping our tour guide Mr Rahman Haghighi and his wife Mrs Lili, they both have so much experience and their knowledge about the historical places are beyond good, I would definitely recommend them and also will ask them to be our tour guide for the next time traveling to Portugal. Thank you so much for making all memorable moments in Portugal 🙏🥰
We hope to see you here again. Thank you for your companionship and kindness
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We couldn’t ask for any better customer service during our vacation time in Portugal.
We got our tour with Ramon and Lili . Both Ramon & Lili, wife and husband and owner of the company treated us like part of their family. They even treated all eight of us one afternoon with coffee and tasty Portages pastries. They would pick us back at our place in the morning and drop us late evenings back at our place.
They treated us not like customers. We felt like they were part of our group.
Their customer service was second to none and we definitely recommend them for your next trip to Lisbon.
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Tuesday we spent a very warm and nice day in Sintra. We had the best guide ever.
So thank you very much for you Rahman for your patience we us.
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Thank you very much and happy that we had a very beautiful day together… I hope it will be repeated again and we will see you and your friends here….