If ever there is a name for a palace that is more fitting
than this one. “Que luz” is Portuguese for “what a light”. There is light coming in from the outside. There
is light from chandeliers. And what light there is, is reflected by mirrors
everywhere.
Queluz is rightly called the Versailles of Portugal. It is a Barok / Rococo palace built in the 18th century by prince Pedro and his Maria. A last dream palace before the French revolution changed the rules.
Passing through the ballroom…..
Into the throne room…..
As you walk there through these rooms you
might even think you were back in the past.
Two young people reflected into a door...
No it is not real. It is a mere reflection of the past.
The kings and queens have left.
The mirrors are worn by age.
But what a light!
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