of Palmella has in it some fine pictures; and the paintings of the eldest son of the Visconde de Menezes should be seen, as they give ample proof of so fine a taste and of such great industry, as would do credit even to the professional artist. The English burying-ground, also, should be seen for its own sake, and for the view from some of its walks. Fielding, who died at Lisbon, 1754, was buried there, as was also Dr. Doddridge. The aqueduct at Alcantara, and the great tank in the Agoas livras. The public gardens, where are some curious plants. The fine square, in which is the monument of Don José, and the adjacent streets, strike the imagination with their grand effect. Of the Tagus, little need be said in its praise; its breadth, its freshness, and its occasionally heaving waves, make it to be, for a given distance, the finest river in western Europe: its banks are deficient in that loveliness which makes the Douro so very attractive; but when the breezes blow, the extraordinary rapidity with which its boats pass and repass, give to it a wonderful degree of animation. The view of Lisbon from the Almada Hill should be seen. Very great improvements, in every respect, have been made in Lisbon during the last twenty years. There are many hotels in Lisbon, amongst which may be mentioned the Bragança Hotel, with its fine views, the Peninsular, the French, Mrs. Bolt's, in the Rue de Alecreni, and that of Durand, in the Rue do Ferrugial de Cima, who has likewise an hotel at Cintra, which, for its cleanliness and comfort, can be greatly recommended. From Buenos Ayres, some beautiful views down the river can be enjoyed. The great number of palaces and villas, and the beautiful hills between Lisbon and Villa Franca, make a trip to the latter place by water very delightful. The road from Villa Franca to Leiria is not particularly interesting; but being the direct way to Coimbra, most travellers follow it. Cintra, to be seen to the greatest advantage, E In should be visited in the spring, for then is quite green all the extensive country to the north of it, which in the autumn appears to be yellow sand, and which many imagine to be nothing but a barren waste, and hence in part their disappoint ment with everything but the place itself. spring, likewise, is to be enjoyed there in perfection another beauty, viz., that of the melody of the countless nightingales, which complete the charm of this earthly paradise. In grandeur it is inferior to the greater part of the scenery beyond Braga, nor is it superior in beauty to many parts of the Minho. The principal objects deserving notice are: The Penna (Convent that was, but now is a) palace, and its admirable plantation. The Moorish castle, with the extensive grounds, which in a few years will be everything that a beautiful climate, great care, and admirable taste can make them; and if half the nobility and gentry were to follow the example of the king, in improving their domains, Portugal would soon be, perhaps, the most beautiful country in Europe. The ancient Moorish palace, the residence of the Queen, is peculiarly interesting, especially the grand chamber, in which are painted the arms of the nobility, those of the sad house of Tavira being erased. The quintas of the Marquis of Vianna, the Marquis Pombal, the Conde de Penamcor, the Baroneza de Regaleira, are each and all very beautiful, as will soon be the quinta of the Duke of Saldanha, commanding a fine view. In the quinta of the Baroneza de Regaleira there is a fine specimen of the Indian chestnut tree. The view from the ruins of Mr. Beckford's quinta is extensive. The quinta of the Conde de Penamcor is known by the name of the Penha Verde, and has deposited in it the heart of the celebrated Portuguese navigator, João de Castro. The politeness of the Portuguese, in allowing foreigners to visit their quintas, whether they be or be not residing, deserves our grateful acknowledg ments. Mafra is, to a great extent, a copy of the Escurial, but wanting in the beautiful position of the latter; it would be difficult to discover the motive which could have induced its founder to fix upon so miserable a locality for such a huge building, which at once was a palace, a convent, and a barrack. Its church is fine, but the building is too low for |