Museu do Vinho e da Vinha de Bucelas

Housed in a historic building linked to the winemaking tradition of this unique region, the museum is a key space for the study, discussion, and exploration of issues related to viticulture, landscape, and the intangible practices stemming from the wine and vineyard culture of the Bucelas region, officially demarcated since 1911.

Palacio Nacional de Mafra

is one of Portugal’s most ambitious 18th‑century architectural projects. Commissioned by King João V in 1717 as a symbol of his power and devotion, the complex combines a royal palace, a grand basilica, a monastery, and a library under a single, monumental roof. Built in opulent Baroque style, the palace features twin bell towers flanking a central dome, richly decorated façades, and over 1,200 rooms. Highlights include the Basilica of Mafra, adorned with marble altars and Italian-made sculptures, and the Royal Library, one of Europe’s finest 18th‑century libraries, with its exquisite wood-paneled galleries and priceless manuscript collection. Surrounded by formal gardens and a vast hunting park, the Mafra National Palace reflects the wealth and ambition of Portugal’s Golden Age. In 2019, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its architectural splendor and its role in European cultural history.