Pena Palace (Palácio Nacional da Pena) is the most complete and notable example of Portuguese Romantic architecture. Originally the palace...
The Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology (MAAT) in Lisbon, presents a thought-provoking exhibition titled Plastic: Remaking Our World. The...
In 1755, Portugal had a terrible earthquake. When workers in Lisbon were cleaning up from the disaster, they discovered remnants...
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...
Cinemaphiles are quite familiar with American actress Jessica Lange. Few know, however, that she is also an accomplished photographer. Those in Portugal are in for a special treat, as Unseen, Photography of Jessica Lange is on exhibition at the Cascais Cultural Center through 19 August.
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 Tivoli Palácio de Seteais hotel in Sintra began its life as a royal palace in the 18th century in...