Perched dramatically atop one of Sintra's highest peaks, one of Portugal's most recognizable landmarks was commissioned by King Ferdinand II and completed largely between 1842 and 1854. Designed by the German engineer and architect Wilhelm Ludwig von Eschwege with contributions from Portuguese architect Possidónio da Silva, Its vivid colors, fanciful towers, battlements, and mixture of Gothic, Manueline, Moorish, and Renaissance styles make it one of Europe's finest examples of Romantic architecture. And by the way, because it´s Sintra's most popular attraction, arriving early in the morning or later in the afternoon can make for a more enjoyable visit.

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