Queen D. Amélia's Stables

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Lisboa > Sintra > Queluz > Queluz e Belas

Location

The Royal Stables of Queen Dona Amélia are located in Queluz, a town in the municipality of Sintra, within the urban area of Queluz and Belas. This historical space is intimately linked to Portuguese royal heritage, situated in an environment that reflects the grandeur of past times, characteristic of the former crown properties in the region.

An Equestrian Legacy

This unique building is the central point for equestrian art in Portugal. It currently serves as the headquarters of the prestigious Portuguese School of Equestrian Art, an institution dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of the national equestrian tradition. Inside, an interpretive space invites visitors on a journey through the history and development of the school, revealing the significance of this art for Portuguese culture.

Lusitano Horses and Training

At the Royal Stables of Queen Dona Amélia, visitors have the opportunity to observe the daily care given to the magnificent Purebred Lusitano horses, a world-renowned equine breed, with specimens originating from the Alter Stud Farm. It is also possible to witness the training sessions that take place here, demonstrating the discipline, elegance, and mastery achieved by the riders and horses in the Queluz riding arenas.

A Knowledge Centre

An integral part of this site is the D. Diogo de Bragança Equestrian Library, a unique documentary collection in Portugal, entirely focused on equestrian art. This space plays a crucial role in safeguarding and documenting the history of Royal Horsemanship and Portuguese equestrian art, offering a profound perspective on this practice with centuries of existence.

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