Interior
The interiors of the Pena Palace were adapted to serve as the Summer residence of the royal family. It has amazing stuccos, painted walls in trompe-l'oeil and various revetments in tile from the 19th century, forming part of the numerous royal collections.
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The Chapel.
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The Royal Dining Room.
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The Noble Room.
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The Kitchen.
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