quinta da regaleira, sintra, portugal

portal guardians archway opens underground tunnel sculpture two lizardlike creatures penumbra vertical metaphysical journey cosmos enlightenment intricacies freemasonry knights templar rosicrucianism mystical symbolism monumental fountain guarded mythical portugal travel landmarks quinta regaleira sintra world heritage site tourist attractions romantic palace grottoes monteiro luigi manini luxuriant vegetation symbols enigmatic alchemy masonry rosicrucians editorial aug 8th 2024: one principal sintra