Sintra and beyond - View from the top

Looking northwards from the hill that rises high above Sintra. I think this was probably taken from the ramparts of the Moorish Castle.

In the foreground is the National Palace, with its distinctive chimneys. You can also make out the tower of the town hall to the right.

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