The Homecore Lisbon Guide:

CULTURAL IDEAS

The Jerónimos Monastery

The Jerónimos Monastery was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1983. Its name in Portuguese is Mosteiro dos Jerónimos.

Designed by architect Diogo de Boitaca, construction of the Jerónimos Monastery began on January 6, 1501 and was completed completed at the end of the 16th century. The dominant style of the monastery is the Manueline style. It was built to commemorate Vasco da Gama's return from India.

Incidentally, the chosen location of the monastery was the Ermida do Restelo, the chapel where Vasco da Gama and his crew spent hours praying. before starting their journey.

Le musée des azuléjos

Inaugurated in 1960, the National Azulejo Museum is housed in the outbuildings, chapels, cloister and baroque church of the Madre de Deus convent in Lisbon, founded at the beginning of the 16th century by Queen Leonor.The 7,000 The pieces owned by the museum, collected over the years, come from private funds and religious buildings. Organized in chronological order, the collections cover a period stretching from the Renaissance to the present day.

Made in situ galerie - Duchaufour Lawrance

The Made in Situ gallery, directed by designer Philippe Duchaufour-Lawrance, stands out for its presentation of unique and innovative creations. Specializing in contemporary design, it highlights works that combine aesthetics and functionality. Duchaufour-Lawrance's work is particularly appreciated there for his ability to transform concepts into exceptional pieces, reflecting a keen sense of form and detail. Made in Situ thus offers an elegant showcase for avant-garde and inspiring design creations.

MAAT

The MAAT, or Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology, is a remarkable addition to Lisbon's cultural scene. Designed by Amanda Levete Architects, the building stands out for its modern and innovative design that contrasts with the industrial architecture of the Tejo power plant, to which it is connected.

The MAAT is located along the Tagus River, a strategic location which allows it to enjoy spectacular views and dynamic interaction with the river environment. The museum's architecture is characterized by its undulating curves and facades covered in white tiles that reflect light and water, creating a visual dialogue with the river.

The Gulbenkian fondation

Founded in 1956 as a Portuguese foundation for all humanity, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation is intended to promote knowledge and improve the quality of life of people through the arts, charity, science and education. Created by the will of Calouste Sarkis Gulbenkian, the Foundation has a perpetual character and develops its activities from its headquarters in Lisbon and its delegations in Paris and London.

Fronteira Alorna

The Foundation of the Houses of Fronteira and Alorna, established by Dom Fernando Mascarenhas (1945-2014), represents three important houses (in the noble sense of the term) of the ancient Portuguese nobility (Fronteira, Alorna and Távora).

The founder having inherited of Torre County and the Fronteira Palace of a great-grandaunt and having no children, seized the exceptional opportunity to maintain a link between this heritage and the family to which it is historically linked.

Thus , he created the Foundation of the Houses of Fronteira and Alorna giving it a cultural vocation which seemed to him, at the same time, the most coherent with its historical past and contemporaneity.

casa das historias

Casa das Histórias Paula Rego is a museum dedicated to the work of Portuguese artist Paula Rego. Inaugurated in September 2009, this museum is the result of the collaboration between the Cascais City Hall and Paula Rego herself, who spent a large part of her life in Estoril.

The building was designed by the architect Eduardo Souto Moura, one of the great names in Portuguese contemporary architecture, and it stands out for its innovative design while integrating harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. The museum covers an area of ​​750 m², providing generous space for the exhibition of works by Paula Rego.

This museum is not only a tribute to the artist, but also an important cultural center for the Cascais region, attracting to the both art lovers and tourists.