Aerial view of french castle, Palace of Versailles and landscaped gardens, near Paris. France.

Aerial view of Palace of Versailles and the gardens surrounding it, France.

Queluz Palace, often called the “Portuguese Versailles,” is an exquisite 18th-century royal residence located just outside Lisbon. Built as a summer retreat for Dom Pedro of Braganza (who later became King Pedro III), the palace is a masterpiece of Rococo architecture and design. Its elegant halls are adorned with gilded mirrors, ornate frescoes, and lavish furnishings that reflect the height of Portuguese court life. The surrounding gardens are equally enchanting, featuring symmetrical walkways

The Palace