Bacalhôa Palace

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.