13 Medieval Castles to Visit for History and Architecture
"A colorful, romantic 19th-century revamp of a site that began as a 12th-century chapel and monastery; the property was left in ruins after the 1755 earthquake and was transformed by King Ferdinand II into his summer residence. Structural highlights include a red chapel, domed turrets, and North African–inspired arches set amid surrounding woodlands, and the attraction is accessible by roughly a two-hour train ride from Lisbon." - Steven Casale Steven Casale Steven Casale is a New York City-based freelance writer and digital strategist. He specializes in food, travel, and lifestyle content for publications like Tasting Table, Travel + Leisure, The Lineup, and amNY.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
