Built amidst cliffs and vegetation, this convent is also known as the Convent of Santa Cruz da Serra or of Cork. A simple, rustic construction, it was founded in 1560 by D. Álvaro de Castro, fulfilling a vow he made to his father, D. João de Castro. Everything in this space is miniature: the cells, lined with cork, the refectory, and the small church with its marble altar, whose vault was carved from the rock itself. It is believed to have been abandoned in 1834, following the suppression of religious orders decreed by the liberal regime.

Located west of Lisbon, it belongs to the sedimentary fringe of Estremadura. It is 10 kilometers long, 5 kilometers wide and 30 kilometers in perimeter, reaching its maximum altitude (540 meters) at Cruz Alta. Integrated into the Sintra/Cascais Natural Park, it is divided into two landscapes: one is the extensive agricultural area north of Colares that encompasses the São João das Lampas plateau, the other is the coastal strip between the mouth of the Falcão River and the Citadel of Cascais, ending at Cabo da Roca. Presenting magnificent natural beauty, due to the variety of vegetation, paths and lakes, it …

A 16th-century single-nave church with a Mannerist side portico and a magnificent dome topped by a statue representing Saint Michael the Archangel. In the chancel, with a Greek cross plan, stands a Baroque altarpiece, gilded and painted, with double columns and twisted archivolts. Also, noteworthy inside are the paintings, tiles, and statuary.

A space offering a beautiful view over the ocean and the surrounding area.

A very pleasant and beautiful space, with flowerbeds, wooden benches, and a statue in homage to Doctor Faria Paulino. Great views of the sea.

A very pleasant and beautiful space, with flowerbeds, wooden tables and benches, and a small fountain.

This location offers excellent panoramic views over the valley with its abundant forest vegetation and the high mountains surrounding it.

This location offers excellent panoramic views over the valley with its abundant forest vegetation and the high mountains surrounding it.

Library with a vast collection of documents.

Founded in the 15th century, the Parish Church of Ribeira Brava, or São Bento, has undergone several interventions over time, and therefore presents Manueline, Mannerist, and Baroque characteristics. It houses a varied and rich collection of paintings, sculptures, goldsmithing, and woodcarving from the 16th and 17th centuries, making it one of the most important heritage sites in the region. Its treasure has been exhibited at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts in Brussels, and within the church, it constitutes the Silverware Collection.