There are ancient and modern wonders of the world, wonders of nature, and under the sea; some countries have even voted to find their own seven wonders. At one time in history, Portugal was a powerful and wealthy country and this can be seen in its beautiful architecture from castles and palaces to monasteries. Tap the photos to find the location for these areas of outstanding beauty and scroll to the bottom to take a full journey to see all seven.
1. Alcobaca Monastery, Alcobaca
A 12th-century Cistercian monastery that requires a small entrance fee to visit.
2. Batalha Monastery, Batalha
This medieval Gothic monastery can be visited with a small admission fee.
3. Belem Tower, Lisbon
A medieval fortification on the river and also designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. It can be visited with a small entrance fee.
4. Castle of Guimaraes, Guimaraes
An 11th-century Romanesque castle that you can visit with a small admission fee.
5. Castle of Obidos, Obidos
While this 9th-century medieval castle isn't open to the public, it operates as a hotel you can stay in.
In July there is a Medieval Festival in Obidos complete with costumes, a market, entertainment, and food from the era.
6. Jeronimos Monastery, Lisbon
This Gothic Manueline castle is also on the UNESCO World Heritage list and can be visited with a small fee.
7. Pena Palace, Sintra
A colorful19th-century Romanticist palace that can be visited by booking a reservation ahead of time with a smaller fee.
Take the journey across Portugal's 7 wonders
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