The Buçaco Palace, located in Portugal's Buçaco mountain range, is a former Carmelite convent transformed into a luxury hotel. Established in 1628, the convent featured a garden symbolizing Mount Carmel …

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March 29, 2025

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This 5-star hotel is like something out of a fairytale castle. It stands in the middle of a magnificent park, both striking and beautiful. You can drive there (€7) or walk the approximately 1km (free). On the way to the castle, you'll find beautiful grottos and fountains, before the castle itself appears around the final left turn. You can walk all the way around the building and admire the landscaped garden; unfortunately, the arsonist has done a great job on the boxwood bushes. The decorations and the many azulejos are beautiful. Maintenance is certainly expensive; the decay is evident.

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May 14, 2023

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A very beautiful place. In addition to beautiful sights, there is a small cafe.

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Elevation 390 m

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