Convent of the Capuchos
Vestibule
The door on the left of the Porch is topped by a skull over two crossed bones. This represents symbolic death to the life monks are leaving behind, and their rebirth in a new spiritual life within the convent.
21/03: Swan Room of the National Palace of Sintra with restricted access. Learn more | 21-22/03: Limited acess to the Gardens of the National Palace of Queluz. Learn more
Convent of the Capuchos
The door on the left of the Porch is topped by a skull over two crossed bones. This represents symbolic death to the life monks are leaving behind, and their rebirth in a new spiritual life within the convent.