Spectacular ceilings, gorgeous tiles, gorgeous gardens, houses some of the first items brought from…read moreJapan and Macau to the west. Guided tour only, only in Portuguese, usually someone in the group can help translate some of the info into English.
Catherine of Braganza was born at the Paço Ducal de Vila Viçosa. Catherine of Braganza married Charles II of England and popularized tea in England in 1662. Since some of the best oranges in the world come from Portugal, Catherine had them shipped over to her new English home. The oranges that didn't make the journey in top condition were turned into marmalade. Serious trendsetter. See her bedroom here.