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Bacalhôa Palace

Portugal
Much has been written about Palácio and Quinta da Bacalhôa, but the conclusion is always the same: it’s a Masterpiece. The Quinta da Bacalhôa estate, formerly belonging to the Portuguese royal family, dates back to the first half of the XV Century, and is considered to be the most beautiful Portuguese estate from this era still in existence today. Situated in Azeitão, the estate and the famous Palácio da Bacalhôa together constitute an artistic monument of the greatest relevance to the country. In the XIV Century, the property, used then as a country leisure estate, belonged to João, Prince of Portugal who was the son of King João I. It was inherited by his daughter, Lady Brites, who was married to the second Duke of Viseu and who was also mother to King Manuel I. The buildings are still in existence today, as are the walls with domed turrets and the large irrigation tank, all built by order of Lady Brites.
Quinta da Bacalhôa would come to be sold in 1528 to Dom Brás de Albuquerque, eldest son of Dom Afonso de Albuquerque. The new owner not only enriched the buildings with beautiful tiles, but had a harmonious garden house built beside the lake, in addition to two sturdy pavilions along the lateral walls. This estate was established as one of the artistic treasures of Portugal. In 1936, the Bacalhôa Palace was bought and restored by Orlena Scoville, a North American. In the 1970’s her grandson set about transforming the property into one of the largest producers of wine in Portugal. Currently, the Bacalhôa estate belongs to Bacalhôa Vinhos de Portugal, S.A. It was classified a National Monument in 23th June of 1910.
Bacalhôa Palace
Estrada Nacional 10
2925-901 Vila Nogueira de Azeitão
Portugal

All visits must be booked in advance by phone or e-mail.

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