Add a review about the castle of Kelush
In the vicinity of the capital there is a castle that is absolutely different from all those that are found in Portugal - it's Kelush . It's so refined and so generously decorated that many who saw it say as the younger brother of the Parisian Versailles . It was erected in the 17th century in accordance with the best traditions of magnificent Rococo, and became a country residence for Pedro II . The expansion of the building did not cease for a long time, as a result of which it became a majestic palace with a chic tron hall and luxury park . Its construction coincided with an important event for Portugal - the start of gold mining in the Brazilian mines . Then they preferred to do everything with a big scale, sparing no effort to achieve enchanting results .
Address: Queluz, Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco
Working hours: 9:00 - 19:00
Entrance: The cost of the full ticket to the castle is 9, 50 EUR and 1, 50 EUR for the entrance to the Kelush gardens.
Information is indicated on June 2, 2014
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Kelouch Castle |
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Ballroom Hall, Kelouch Castle |
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Kelush Castle |
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Reception Hall, Kelouch Castle |
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Kelouch Castle Interior |
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Cabinet, Kelouch Castle |
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Red Room, Kelouch Castle |
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Lunch, Kelouch Castle |
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Walkway, Kelouch Castle |
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Royal, Kelouch Castle |