Linguaggi architettonici ed esoterici per la rappresentazione della Quinta da Regaleira a Sintra

A groundbreaking analysis of the Quinta da Regaleira, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sintra, reveals its dual architectural symbolism—epigeal and hypogeal—as a metaphorical journey through paradise and hell, respectively. This study deciphers the site's rich iconography, drawing parallels with Dantean imagery, Virgil's epic tradition, the Templar mission of the Order of Christ, and alchemical motifs. Employing advanced digital modeling and interactive visualization techniques, researchers created an innovative graphical database that maps the symbolic architecture, offering new insights into its historical and cultural significance. This approach not only enhances our understanding of the Quinta da Regaleira's design but also underscores its enduring appeal as a global tourist attraction.

Gennaro Pio Lento, Fabiana Guerriero, Luigi Corniello, & Pedro António Janeiro. (2021). Linguaggi architettonici ed esoterici per la rappresentazione della Quinta da Regaleira a Sintra. 42th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF REPRESENTATION DISCIPLINES TEACHERS. CONGRESS OF UNIONE ITALIANA PER IL DISEGNO. PROCEEDINGS 2020. LINGUAGGI, DISTANZE, TECNOLOGIE. https://doi.org/10.3280/oa-693.47