Sintra is a unique and fantastic place. It is a place to be visited and explored, time and time again, both on account of its magnificent, natural scenery - an alpine setting in the south of Portugal - and its rich history entwined with that of the Portuguese Royal family. Sintra: A Glorious Eden evokes the spirit of this magical place, a cool sanctuary for the monarchy from the overwhelming heat of the city of Lisbon. The reader is introduced to the historical and literary background to what has become a symbol of Portuguese romanticism at home and abroad.

Unlock the hidden treasures of Cascais, Oeiras, Sintra, and Estoril with a local's expertise! Dreaming of a native's guidance to uncover the best of Lisbon's surrounding areas? Look no further! This compact guidebook, written by a proud Portuguese local, is your key to discovering the captivating secrets of Cascais, Oeiras, Sintra, and enchanting Estoril. From renowned landmarks to lesser-known gems, this book provides insider tips and concise descriptions, ensuring you make the most of your time exploring these remarkable locations. Whether you're a curious traveler or a new resident, this guidebook is designed to help you navigate with ease, giving you an authentic and comprehensive view of each area. Say goodbye to tourist traps and embrace the hidden wonders that await you. Let a local's passion and knowledge be your compass as you embark on an unforgettable journey through the rich culture, history, and natural beauty of Cascais, Oeiras, Sintra, and Estoril. Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary tales and enchanting experiences that lie just beyond the beaten path. This guidebook is your trusted companion, ensuring you make the most of every moment and discover the true essence of these remarkable areas. Unlock the secrets, create lasting memories, and let the adventure unfold in Cascais, Oeiras, Sintra, and Estoril!

Two friends were kidnapped on the road to Sintra by three masked men and taken to a mysterious house. In the house there is a corpse. The usual questions arise: who was he? How did he die? Was it a natural death or a murder? Who was the perpetrator or the instigator of the crime? The two friends are the two narrators - Eca de Queiroz and Ramalho Ortigao - whose story was published in the form of letters to the editor recounting what happened to them."

First Published in 1996. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Sintra, Portugal. The History of the City Travel Guide. Sintra is a jewel set between the mountains and the sea, waiting to be discovered by all who dare lose themselves in its majestic historical heritage, luxuriant nature, cosmopolitan cultural offer and opulent gastronomy. Sintra exudes a romantic aura that left a deep impression on the soul and work of the writers who, in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, pioneered the Romantic spirit and celebrated subjectivity and the emotion of the human drama. It left its deepest mark on Eça de Queirós, Sintra's romantic atmosphere can be sensed in his most important works, such as when he evokes moonlit walks around Seteais, long quiet rests at Penedo da Saudade and evenings in the village of Várzea de Colares. Or then he recalls "a mild serenity of parks and woods", "the silence of delicate repose and idle existences". Or when he portrays the mountains as the "illustration of a beautiful fable of chivalry and love".Almeida Garrett, Camilo Castelo Branco, Fernando Pessoa, Aquilino Ribeiro and Vergílio Ferreira shared the same sense of wonder. And what to say of Ferreira de Castro, buried at his own wish on one of the mountain paths? And of course Lord Byron, the English poet, who described Sintra as a "glorious Eden" Sintra is truly the capital of Romanticism. It is a place to experience! With its rippling mountains, dewy forests thick with ferns and lichen, exotic gardens and glittering palaces, Sintra is like a page torn from a fairy tale. Its Unesco World Heritage listed centre, Sintra-Vila, is dotted with pastel-hued manors folded into luxuriant hills that roll down to the blue Atlantic. Celts worshipped their moon god here, the Moors built a precipitous castle, and 18th-century Portuguese royals swanned around its dreamy gardens. Even Lord Byron waxed lyrical about Sintra's charms: 'Lo! Cintra's glorious Eden intervenes, in variegated maze of mount and glen', which inspired his epic poem Childe Harold's Pilgrimage. It's the must-do side trip from Lisbon, which many do in a day, but this can feel rushed and, if time's not an issue, there's more than enough allure to seize you here for a few days

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