The Mafra National Palace, which once served as a Franciscan monastery, was one of the largest buildings in Europe when it was built in the 18th century. In 1717, King João V built the palace to celebrate the birth of his daughter. Its Baroque and neoclassical architecture draws from both German and Italian influences. The massive complex in total covers nearly 38,000 square meters, with around 1,200 rooms. The facade of the palace alone is 220 meters long. Visitors will find the structure divided into four areas today: the palace, the convent, the basilica, and the library.
The marble and dark wooded library holds a collection of over 35,000 leather-bound books from the 14th to the 19th century. The basilica is another marvel, with eleven chapels, six organs, and one of the largest domes in the world. The Royal Apartments are divided into king and queen’s chambers, each with rooms ornately decorated with period furniture and artwork.
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Mafra National Palace - Tour the secrets and nature surrounding in 4x4 vehicle
Come with us to know the magnificent National Palace of Mafra, unveiling the stories and secrets older than this, which hide in the surrounding forests. We ... More info
- Location: Mafra, Portugal
- Duration: 5 hours
Charme Saloio - "Saloio" Charm
Let's take you on a trip around the "saloia" region. Formerly the holiday resort of royalty, it is today, rich in history and gastronomy with a very ... More info
- Location: Mafra, Portugal
- Duration: 8 to 9 hours