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.
Parks and Monuments
- Park and National Palace of Pena
- National Palace of Sintra
- The Gardens and National Palace of Queluz
- Park and Palace of Monserrate
- The Moorish Castle
- Convent of the Capuchos
- Chalet and Garden of the Countess of Edla
- Portuguese School of Equestrian Art
- Villa Sassetti
- Cabo da Roca Lighthouse
- Sanctuary of Peninha
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