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Chalet Condessa d'Edla, Parque da Pena, Sintra

Chalet Condessa d’Edla – Renovated & Re-opened in Sintra

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.

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Fabulas Cafe – Fabulous Comfy Retreat in the Chiado

There is a little refuge hidden in away in the Chiado that is the ideal place to escape the urban hustle and bustle. Fábulas is a quaint and inviting space to meet friends, or spend a quiet afternoon by yourself.

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Paula Rego: Manifesto at Casa das Historias Paula Rego, through 6 October

Experience the evocative journey of Paula Rego’s artistic legacy at the Casa das Historias Paula Rego Museum in Cascais, where...

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News Museum in Sintra

It’s considered the largest media and communication experience in Europe. The News Museum in Sintra, just northwest of Lisbon, takes an interesting look at major events from the past as well as examines many aspects of radio and television news gathering, in general.

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10 Intriguing Cemeteries of Portugal

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.

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From Weekend Escape to Home: Castelo de Bode and Amara Village

Can Americans Become a Citizen of Portugal? – Dual Citizenship

Types of Visas to Live and Work in Portugal

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Chalet Condessa d’Edla – Renovated & Re-opened in Sintra

Fabulas Cafe – Fabulous Comfy Retreat in the Chiado

Paula Rego: Manifesto at Casa das Historias Paula Rego, through 6 October

News Museum in Sintra

10 Intriguing Cemeteries of Portugal

“The Building on Exhibition” at the Reopened MUDE in Lisbon

Lisbon in June: Popular Saints, Sardines, and Street Parties

Museu Nacional dos Coches – National Coach Museum in Lisbon

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