The Splendors of Sintra: Natural Luxury in the Portuguese Riviera by Laine Cunni

Description: The Splendors of Sintra by Laine Cunningham, Leya Angel Lush wilderness pairs with luxury in a natural park surrounding Sintra. The Castle of the Moors offers panoramic views that reach Mafra and Ericeira. Romanticist delights like Pena Palace and exotic trees from around the world await in The Splendors of Sintra: Natural Luxury in the Portuguese Riviera (a Travel Photo Art book). FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Sintra, part of the Portuguese Riviera, offers lush wilderness to match the wild level of luxury.The Sintra-Cascais Natural Park includes the Serra de Sintra Mountain Range. Visitors can set off on a hike from town or take a bus to windy perches and shady woodlands.One of the premier attractions is the Castle of the Moors. The structure sprang up in the 8th and 9th centuries during the period of Muslim Iberia.Like much of Portugal, the castle changed hands several times. By 1840, the towers were in ruins. Ferdinand II undertook conservation efforts that resulted in a stunning transformation.From this astonishing location, panoramic views can reach as far as Mafra and Ericeira. Pena Palace, a Romanticist castle, offers additional views from its whimsical balconies. On a clear day, individuals in Lisbon can easily pick out the castle among the trees.The woodlands surrounding the castle are filled with delights. The king had exotic trees from around the world planted in Pena Park. Dedicated hikers can wander for hours along the labyrinth of pathways.Natural and historic wonders await in The Splendors of Sintra: Natural Luxury in the Portuguese Riviera (a Travel Photo Art book). In the Travel Photo Art series, traditional tourism panoramas mix with arthouse aesthetics. These slim, passport sized productions are your passport to new perspectives on famous places. Peer around corners and discover a unique way to interact with monuments and memorials you thought you knew.This popular series includes titles that mix text with the pictures. Books like Notre Dame Cathedral: Our Lady of Paris, featuring photos taken months before the 2019 fire, become keepsakes associated with a specific site. Titles like Lidice Lives and Terezin and Theresienstadt are deeply meaningful for families touched by the Holocaust.Laine Cunningham, a three-time recipient of The Hackney Award, writes fiction that takes readers around the world. Her debut novel, The Family Made of Dust, is set in the Australian Outback, while Reparation is a novel of the American Great Plains. She is the editor of Sunspot Literary Journal. Author Biography Laine Cunningham leads readers around the world. The Family Made of Dust is set in the Australian Outback, while Reparation is a novel of the American Great Plains. Laine Cunningham leads readers around the world. The Family Made of Dust is set in the Australian Outback, while Reparation is a novel of the American Great Plains. Woman Alone appeals to fans of Wild and Eat Pray Love. Review PRAISE FOR BOOKS BY LAINE CUNNINGHAM"A nice photography book. There is little text in the book but the pictures are pretty spectacular! A nice collection." Bear & Bee Books"The pictures are really interesting. Whenever I read the title that goes with the photo, I look again at the picture and see it in a new way." EAC, Reader"If you enjoy reading and learning about different cultures, [this] is the book for you." JT Banks, Author"I thank Laine for introducing me to the Australian outback." W. Fitzgerald, Reviewer Details ISBN1951389034 Pages 42 Publisher Sun Dogs Creations Series Travel Photo Art Language English Year 2019 ISBN-10 1951389034 ISBN-13 9781951389031 Format Paperback Publication Date 2019-11-15 Imprint Sun Dogs Creations Subtitle Natural Luxury in the Portuguese Riviera Illustrations 35 Illustrations Author Leya Angel Short Title The Splendors of Sintra Series Number 31 UK Release Date 2019-11-15 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131016037;

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