Sanctuary of Peninha

The interior of the chapel, which is considered an excellent example of baroque architecture in Portugal, is entirely covered by tiled panels representing scenes of the life of the Virgin Mary, together with representations of the Pentecost and the childhood of Jesus.

[3] On his death the property was sold to Dr. José Maria Ferreira Rangel de Sampaio who requested an architect to prepare designs to finalize the work of the palace.

The entire complex of 62 hectares was purchased by the Government in 1991 and was placed under the management of the Portuguese Institute for Nature Conservation and Forests.

The agreement foresees the elaboration of a Management Plan to promote nature conservation and education, together with improved security and maintenance of the complex.

It is also planned to better link other nearby places of interest in the Sintra mountains with the sanctuary, such as Anta de Adrenunes, the Convent of the Capuchos, and Cabo da Roca.