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The distinctive conical chimneys of the palace The Sala Manuelina, the palace's main hall constructed under King Manuel Sala dos Cisnes ('Swan Room') Sala das Galés ('Galley room'), so named for the boats of various styles painted on the ceiling Bedchamber of King Sebastião I (1554-1578) Fountain in the Pátio Central Column in the Pátio Central 16th-Century tapestry depicting Julius Caesar Ceiling panel in Sala das Sereias ('Mermaid Room') Sala dos Brasões ('Heraldry Room'), which features a domed ceiling displaying the coats of arms of prominent families from the time of King Manuel. King Manuel's coat of arms are placed the center of the dome, with one panel for each of his children surrounding it. Azulejos depicting the nobility were added to the Sala dos Brasões in the 17th Century. Detail from an azulejo in the Sala dos Brasões Jardim do Infante (Prince's Garden) Royal clothing with fine pottery brought from China Renaissance-era dress Tiles covering the walls of the Sala Árabe ('Arab room'), an example of the mudéjar style The chapel, one of the oldest parts of the palace (under repair and restoration) The spacious kitchen, whose chimneys rise above the rest of the structure Stove and pots in the kitchen View up through one of the chimneys Gruta dos Banhos ('Water Grotto') Azulejo detail from the Gruta dos Banhos Tiles on display showcasing restoration work Fountain in the patio area The Moorish Castle, as seen from the National Palace