Mafra Palace
- States
- Portugal
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 2019
- Region
- Europe & North America
- Coordinates
- 38.9371666667, -9.3255277778
- Last Visited
- 2018
- UNESCO ID
- 1573
- WH Site
- 1573
Mafra Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Portugal, recognized in 2019, is an 18th-century Baroque masterpiece built under King João V near Lisbon, combining a royal palace, basilica, and monastery. Renowned for its grand scale, intricate architecture, and a library housing rare manuscripts, it also boasts one of the world’s largest carillon bell sets. This opulent complex reflects Portugal’s wealth and cultural ambition during its colonial peak, showcasing a harmonious blend of art, faith, and regal power.
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