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Chalet and Gardens of the Countess of Edla
Brief Description: A unique mansion, built by the King consort Ferdinand II for his lover and second wife Elise, an American-Swiss Opera singer. Considered one of the great Love stories in Portugal.
Year Built: 1864-1869
Highlights: UNESCO World Heritage Site, Garden with over 200 botanical species. Chalet built in the style of a Swiss Chalet of the 19th century, highly adorned rooms. This monument won an award in 2013 for the Best Conservation in Europe.
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Address: Estrada da Pena, 2610-609 Sintra (Google Maps location: Chalet of the Countess of Edla Location)
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Chalet of the Countess of Edla - Sintra Mansions and Palaces - Sintra National Park
Chalet of the Countess of Edla - Romantic Rooms in Sintra Palaces Portugal
Chalet of the Countess of Edla - Interior Rooms - Highly Decorated - Sintra Portugal
Chalet of the Countess of Edla - Sintra Mansions and Palaces - Sintra National Park
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