1Sintra, Portugal
ust a short drive from Lisbon, the town of Sintra is known for its dreamy palaces, lush gardens, and misty mountain backdrop. Once the summer retreat for Portuguese royalty, Sintra is a place where fairy tales seem to come to life. The town’s most famous landmark, Pena Palace, is a vibrant, multi-colored castle perched atop a hill, with architecture that looks straight out of a fantasy.
