- The Capuchos Convent – known in Portugal as the Convento dos Capuchos, is a popular destination for any tourist visiting the historical town of Sintra.
- Built in the middle of cliffs and vegetation, this Convent is also known as convent of Santa Cruz da Serra or Cork. ... Monuments near Convento dos Capuchos.
- Built by D. Álvaro de Castro as the fulfilment of a vow made to his father, the Convent of the Capuchos is a historic establishment.
- Discover Convent of the Capuchos in Colares, Portugal: The verdant mossy ruins of a Franciscan monastery lie in the remote Sintra hills awaiting exploration.
- The Capuchos Convent forms part of the Cultural Landscape of Sintra, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage since 1995.
- The Capuchos Convent was built in 1560 and stands out from the rest of Sintra's attractions for its simplicity, as well as its involvement with nature.
- The Capuchos Convent became part of the Cultural Landscape of Sintra World Heritage Site, classified by UNESCO in 1995.
- Like many of the sights in Sintra, the Capuchos Convent is a lot of walking. There are lots of tight little stairs, slippery outdoor areas, and steep hills.
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