Exploring the Dungeon World at Sintra, Portugal's World Heritage Site!

Just a 40-minute train ride from Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies the charming town of Sintra, where fairy-tale-like scenery unfolds before your eyes. The entire town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering countless attractions. Among them, the "Quinta da Regaleira" palace lets you experience an RPG-like world. 🧚 📍Quinta da Regaleira Address: 2710-567 Sintra, Portugal Ticket Price: Approximately 2,500 yen Located about a 20-minute walk from Sintra Station, the palace emerges amidst lush green mountains. Its exterior resembles a movie set, but it was once used as a summer retreat by royalty and nobility. The palace features a unique blend of Gothic and Manueline styles, with intricate wall decorations and distinctive tower designs. The highlight, however, is its expansive garden. Even with a downloadable map from the ticket purchase site, the garden's complex terrain is so intricate that you might easily get lost. Hidden throughout the garden are secret tunnels and small caves, making you feel like the protagonist of an RPG game. ✨ The most famous feature is the "Initiation Well," a tower-like structure with a spiral staircase descending into the ground. Its size is unimaginable from the entrance! Other attractions include small waterfalls, chapels, caves, and plazas, offering plenty to explore. I spent about three hours wandering through the site. If you visit Sintra, Quinta da Regaleira is an absolute must-see spot. 🧚 Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is easily accessible from Lisbon by train. Unlike Lisbon's coastal scenery, Sintra offers lush green landscapes nestled in the mountains. Be sure to visit! ☺️ ⚠️ If you plan to walk from Sintra Station, note that the 20-minute route involves mountain paths, so wearing comfortable walking shoes is highly recommended. Additionally, exploring "Quinta da Regaleira" requires a lot of walking, so those who are not confident in their physical stamina should take caution!