Set in the jagged hills of the Serra de Sintra, the Palazzo Monserrate is exotic Arabic design, surrounded by classic English gardens, and its three-towered building is inspired by stunning Islamic architecture, with lattice carvings and exquisite geometric patterns inside It has a luxurious Middle Eastern feel. In contrast, the garden surrounding the palace is a small piece of England, with extensive lawns, a beautiful rose garden and botanical gardens of 1,000 different species.