Guide to buying luxury property in portugal: sintra

Located into the Grande Lisboa region of Portugal, Sintra has become a popular destination in recent years among tourists and fans of unusual architecture. Indeed, the town’s history has resulted in a medley of contrasting buildings, from 8th and 9th Century castles to Romantic structures and palaces from the 19th Century. Many of them have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

While stunning palaces and castles are top of the sightseeing list, though, Sintra is home to equally prestigious real estate that does not require a tourist pass to enter. And with houses just a short trip from the Portuguese capital, high-end houses in Sintra and an increasing popular option for investors and second home hunters.

Thinking of buying a luxury home in Sintra? Finest Global spills the vital beans so you know the key facts about the area:

Climate

Located at the base of the Sintra Mountains, the town is 18km from the Atlantic Coast, but the ocean’s influence can still be felt, ensuring a warm climate much like the rest of Portugal. Rainfall largely occurs in the winter months, while summers are mostly dry. Temperatures are regularly around 30 degrees Celsius during these warmer periods of the year.  This consistent, steady weather provides a pleasant, predictable climate to live in.

Lifestyle

Activities and attractions in Sintra revolve largely around the local history: the Castelos dos Mouros (Castle of the Moors) and the Pena National Palace, which was the summer home of Portuguese monarchs from the 18th to 19th Century, are popular among tourists, while the surrounding landscape offers a beautiful, tranquil place to explore.

Economy

EuroAtlantic Airways has its headquarters in Sintra, offering employment and business for local workers, but Sintra’s economy predominantly centres on tourism. Overlooking the area, the Pena National Palace, Castelos dos Mouros and Natural History Museum are major sources of income, complementing the small businesses in the old town at the base of the hill.

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