Portugal’s Hilly & Coastal Capital City - Lisbon

Lisbon is a vibrant city with centuries-old winding cobblestone streets, stairs and hills leading to neighborhoods dotting the skyline. Lisbon offers numerous ‘miradouros’ or viewpoints which you can enjoy paroramaic views of the city and the Tagus River. It is a very walkable city and there are also iconic trams when you are too tired to walk anymore.

The streets of Lisbon offer a charming and culturally rich destination. You can listen to Fado music in the Alfama district, visit Baroque-style churches, the Belem Tower and St George fortress. There are sidewalk cafes and restaurants offering a lively atmosphere to experience the city’s cuisine.

Here is what caught my eye; I hope you enjoy!

Oriente Station was designed by the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava and was completed in 1998.

Church Nossa Senhora da Conceicao Velha was first opened in 1834.

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Street art

Portas do Sol is one of the spots for panoramic views. Lisbon was built on seven hills offering this views from quite a few spots around the city.

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Triumphal Arch of Run Augusta is the iconic arch located in the historic center of Lisbon, and serves as the entrance to the city’s main street, Rua Augusta. It was a built to commemorate the reconstruction of Lisbon after the devastating earthquake of 1755.

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This is in the Praca do Comercio

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The equestrian statue of King Joseph I in Praca do Comercio

This 18th century quay with two columns flanking marble steps is the Cais das Colunas along the Tangus River.

Beautiful churches

Rock sculptures along the Tangus River

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Beautiful architectural details

Lisbon Cathedral was built in 1147 and survived many earthquakes and has been modified, renovated and restored several times.

Statue of St. Vincent, patron saint of Lisbon, holding a ship in the Aflama district.

Stairs are something you will get used to here.

St James Church has been here since the 1100’s, and it is where Christopher Columbus married his Portuguese wife, Filipa Perestrelo in 1479.

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A few night shots

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Cocktails with a view in Alfama

There is a thriving street art scene here in Lisbon, with colorful, vibrant murals.

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‘Conservas’ are decorated canned food which are popular and a culinary art form. They include seafood, including sardines, mackerel and tuna and have well-known artistic packaging.

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Always time to stop for a drink or drinks

Streets and sidewalks paved with handcrafted tiles

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The Santa Justa Lift is a 19th century industrial-era lift to transport passengers from the the Baixa to the Largo de Carmo.

Praca do Rossio

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Fonte Sul do Rossio

Column of Pedro IV

Rossio Railway Station first opened in 1891

Along Avenida da Liberdade

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You will see a mix or architectural styles throughout the city including Moorish, Baroque, Romanesque and even some Art Deco.

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World War I Memorial

The well-known Gloria funicular connects the Pombaline downtown with the Bairro Alto.

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Lisbon has icon trams and trolleys that provide a charming way to explore the city’s different neighborhoods. The trolleys and trams themself are popular attraction including the Tram 28.

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The fountain and the viewpoint in Miradouro de San Pedro de Alcantara

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Sweets

The notable fort in Lisbon is St George fortress which sits on top of a hill overlooking the city, and dates back to the Roman times.

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A random public urinal

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Miradouro de Santa Luzia

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St Vincent Monastery

The impressive dome of the National Pantheon

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The Art Nouveau Animatografo do Rossio adult entertainment center

A quiet little spot

Sunrise on the river

A view of the city from the river

Azulejos is the traditional Portuguese ceramic tiles that adorn many building, including St Vincent Monastery. It showcases the intricate designs and patterns and can be found throughout the city.

Sunrise at Parque Eduardo VII

What you should know:

• Lisbon has both a bus and train stations.

• The currency us the Euro (Eu)

• A valid passport is required; and you will need a travel power adapter if you are from the U.S.

• Many people speak English

• There are many restaurant options.

• Walking is great way to get around as well as the trams and the tuk tuks.

• Lisbon has many hills and stairs.

• Tipping is generally not expected but feel free to leave something extra when you receive great service.

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