Join me in an in-depth tour of Quinta da Regaleira. Learn about the people involved, the historic context, the inspiration behind it, the hidden symbolism of each corner and common misconceptions.
Quinta da Regaleira is undoubtedly the most enigmatic and esoteric place in Sintra with no equivalent in Portugal. As soon you go through its gates, you´ll go on a journey through an imaginary universe of symbols and metaphors, that bit by bit gifts you with an ode to Portugal’s hidden myths and history. Nothing is just what is seems! You'll learn to look again, to go deeper. And deep you will go, spiralling down an inverted tower tracing the footsteps of past candidates’ initiation ritual – descending to face death and hell, then transmuting, so they could after rediscover light, be reborn and come out a wiser person. No one will leave this place unchanged!
Finally, not only people were protagonists in Regaleira – plants too, but they stayed around. So, in this visit I’ll introduce you to some of the most interesting members of the garden and the unique stories they have to share.
I will be waiting for you by the entrance gate of Quinta da Regaleira, which is the top gate. Be aware that most uber, taxi, tuk-tuk drivers will try to drop you at the lower gate close to the palace -exit only. And then you'll have to do a steep walk to reach the entrance gate and will arrive late.
I will be waiting for you by the entrance gate of Quinta da Regaleira, which is the top gate. Be aware that most uber, taxi, tuk-tuk drivers will try to drop you at the lower gate close to the palace -exit only. And then you'll have to do a steep walk to reach the entrance gate and will arrive late.
