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Sao Bento Railway Station, Porto

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Considered one of the most picturesque train stations in Europe, Sao Bento Railway Station showcases a tile exhibit of the history of Portugal. Circle the station for views of its spectacular exterior, then find your way to its vestibule to see the famous tile panels. Azulejo painter Jorge Colaco created these panels to represent important historical events in Portugal, as well as landscapes and ethnographic scenes. Architect José Marques da Silva built the railway station in a French Beaux-Arts style under King Carlos I in the early 20th century. The site was inaugurated in 1916, though it is named for a 16th century Benedictine monastery built on the same site. Ask Klarna Trips to suggest an itinerary and make planning a trip to Porto fast, fun, and easy.
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  • Our Sandeman’s walking tour guide called it “a 20,000 piece puzzle”! He pointed out a few areas where mistakes were visible, if you knew what to look for. A bust train station and beautiful example....  more
    Our Sandeman’s walking tour guide called it “a 20,000 piece puzzle”! He pointed out a few areas where mistakes were visible, if you knew what to look for. A bust train station and beautiful example....  more »
  • It's a museum and a train station. The best part is the museum. I've seen them all over Europe and most have lovely paintings and sculptures but this is different. Full size ceramic tile painted in....  more
    It's a museum and a train station. The best part is the museum. I've seen them all over Europe and most have lovely paintings and sculptures but this is different. Full size ceramic tile painted in....  more »
  • There are lots of beautifully coloured tiles inside the train station that are worth seeing, but the space is small and is it rammed full of tour groups which make it not so good 
    There are lots of beautifully coloured tiles inside the train station that are worth seeing, but the space is small and is it rammed full of tour groups which make it not so good  more »

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