Palace of the Count of Farrobo and gardens (walled complex)

Category: Civil Architecture > Palace

District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa > São Domingos de Benfica

History and Location

, Located in São Domingos de Benfica, Lisbon.

, Known as Palácio das Laranjeiras or Palácio dos Condes de Farrobo (Orange Trees Palace or Palace of the Counts of Farrobo).

, Classified as a Property of Public Interest since 1974.

, Currently, it is part of the Lisbon Zoo.

Exterior Architecture

, 18th-century construction with a unique design.

, Ornamented facade with pilasters and a remarkable pediment.

Palace Interior

, Rooms decorated with ceiling paintings and detailed stuccos.

, Atrium and staircase with rich ornamentation.

Tália Theater

, Small 19th-century theater within the complex.

, Originally very luxurious, it was partially destroyed by a fire.

Gardens

, Extensive gardens that are now part of the Zoo.

, Green areas to explore while visiting the zoo.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palácio_das_Laranjeiras_(Lisboa)

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt