Sintra

Praia da Ursa in Portugal - is it worth seeing?

Praia da Ursa | Portugal

Praia da Ursa is the westernmost beach in continental Europe. No wonder – it is located a stone’s throw from Cabo da Roca in the

Praia da Adraga at sunset - Portugal

Praia da Adraga | Portugal

Praia da Adraga is probably one of the most spectacular beaches we have seen. Located near the town of Almoçageme, it is one of the

Cabo da Roca in Sintra – a trip from Lisbon; Portugal.

Cabo da Roca | Sintra, Portugal

Cabo da Roca is the most western part of Europe. It is in Sintra municipality and is just 42 kilometres away from Lisbon. Cabo da Roca is one of the main touristic attractions in Europe, because of its geographical and symbolic meaning.

Quinta da Regaleira Gardens and Initiation Well in Sintra, Portugal. View from above.

Quinta da Regaleira Gardens and Initiation Well | Sintra, Portugal

This inverted tower – Initiation Wells, is one of the most intriguing parts of the Quinta da Regaleira Gardens. Climbing this tower was much like climbing any other tower, the only difference is that… it is buried underground. Looking at this photo today now sends a shiver up my spine.