Day trip to Sintra
Salamander
Thu 20 Aug 2009 15:23
We have changed from being Travellers to being
Tourists. Staying at Oeiras marina for a few days. Lisbon is very elegant, a
totally different look to most European cities as untouched by WW2
damage.
Went to the Caloust Gulbenkian (a billionaire now
dead) museum. He bequeathed his house contents to form the museum. Although a
good idea, he did seem to be rather fond of Frintware and velvet.
Lord Byron said of Sintra, "Perhaps the most
delightful village in Europe." Truly a spectacular place, from a Moorish castle
to a fairytale summer palace of past Kings and Queens.
Our favourite drink of the trip so far - Sangria
Vinho Brancho. Thankfully it comes in large
jugs! |