Suppose the idea of admiring some of the most beautiful and valuable jewels of the Portuguese Crown makes your eyes...
The Chalet was originally built between 1864 and 1869 by King Ferdinand II for his second wife, Elise Hensler, Countess d'Edla. It is modeled on Alpine chalets popular at the time, and it sits in the large Pena Park facing the grand Pena Palace. It was intended as a private recreational house for the Countess.
Sometimes, when the city becomes too hectic, or one’s life becomes too stressed, it’s nice to get lost in an...
In honor of All Saints’ Day (1 November), Portugal Confidential is checking out cemeteries across the country. Whether you consider cemeteries sacred or macabre, these bone yards are interesting, historically cool, sometimes significant, and often, architecturally amazing.
The Oriente Museum in Lisbon celebrates Portugal’s many discoveries, former colonies and multiple excursions to Asia. The permanent collection is...
Bookstores can be wonderful havens for discovery, fantasy, education, entertainment, solitude and social networking. Floor-to-ceiling shelves, an eclectic atmosphere with a cafe makes for the perfect environment to enjoy the printed word. Such an expressive space exists in the Alcântara district of Lisbon.
MAD Marvila gallery in Lisbon presents Loving Letters: Exploring the Historical Relevance of Love Letters in Contemporary Art, a new...
The Monument to the Discoveries (also known as Monument to Mariners) sits prominently on the right bank of the Tagus...