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Places to visit in Lisbon
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Lisbon is the capital of Portugal. It is the most populous city, with a population of more than 500 thousand inhabitants. The region is full of tourist attractions and many wonderful landscapes, with good cuisine and affordable prices compared to other European destinations. Visitors will be able to observe the traditions that are present in this wonderful place.
For your visit
For those who are visiting Lisbon for the first time, we will provide good tour options throughout this region, for those who are planning a visit and to start making an itinerary, choosing one of these destinations that will delight many tourists. These are essential tips for those who go there and can choose one or more of these places to visit in Lisbon.
Rua Augusta
The streets of Lisbon are located in the center, they are considered very beautiful, being angular, with its many townhouses, with its many alleys. There is a large urbanization in all its streets, with Rua Augusta being the most famous, with many restaurants and many tables along its entire length. There are also many stores with big international brands that are great for shopping.
The Commerce Square
Praça do Comércio is also known as Terreiro do Poço, which in the past was a place that welcomed those who disembarked in Lisbon, right after a boat trip. This square also forms an important connection with Rua Augusta and where the Arco da Vitória is located. Also see its beautiful equestrian statue, which is of D. José I and which enchants travelers.
The Chiado Neighborhood
Walk through Bairro Chiado in Lisbon, which is a neighborhood considered bohemian, full of bars, restaurants, many cafes, historic places and the beautiful buildings that are located there. Its location is between the neighborhoods of Baixa Pombalina and Bairro Alto, which is the heart of Lisbon, which is also very charming and has the presence of many artists, poets, writers and intellectuals from Lisbon.
The Tower of Belém
The Belém Tower is a postcard of the city of Lisbon, located on the banks of the Tagus River. This tower has served as a fort, prison, customs house and lighthouse. Its construction dates back more than 500 years. It is a very visited tourist spot in Lisbon and on the first Sunday of each month entry is free, so visitors can enjoy all this wonderful scenery.
The Castle of São Jorge
São Jorge Castle in Lisbon was built so that the city could be protected against the invasion of the Romans and therefore, it is located in a high area with a beautiful view of the city, with its height of more than 100 meters. It is a place with a lot of history and is very beautiful at any time of the day and even more beautiful at night, when it is all lit up, making it even more beautiful.
The Carmo Convent
The Carmo Convent is also known as the Carmo Archaeological Museum. The site houses what remains of an old church of the Convent of Nossa Senhora do Vencimento do Monte do Carmo, which was founded in 1389, making it one of the most important churches in the entire capital. This museum has an incredible collection on display made up of medieval tombs, mummies and Roman pieces.
The Lisbon Oceanarium
The Lisbon Oceanarium is a study and conservation center that is designed to keep many fish, birds, mammals, invertebrates and many plants in a very modern environment with very good programming, aimed at young people and adults. See its beautiful aquariums, its different species of fish, sharks and rays and many other marine species.
The Park of Nations
Parque das Nações is an industrial area that has been revitalized and is now a very modern area in the city, with many tall buildings. Its streets are large and wide, its museums and its subway station were designed by the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, who is the same one who designed the Museum of Tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The José Saramago Foundation
The José Saramago Foundation is for literature lovers who cannot miss this opportunity and pay a visit there. It is a place of homage to this writer who is Portuguese and who has already won the Nobel Prize and was also the author of classics such as Ensaio sobre a cegueira. It is a building that was erected in 1523 and has a lot of history from this author shown to its visitors.
Ramiro Brewery
Cervejaria Ramiro has fresh seafood, many delicacies caught in a local aquarium, a stupidly cold beer and bringing all of this together, in a very relaxed environment. On the menu at Cervejaria Ramiro there are shrimps of all types, of different sizes, lobsters, the famous prego bread which is a steak with bread and many other delicious dishes.
The National Pantheon
The National Pantheon of Lisbon is the Church of Santa Egrácia and is a tribute to the military who are considered great citizens of this region. Entrance to this National Pantheon is paid, however, visitors can take beautiful photos outside and be dazzled by all the beauty it has and its grandeur can be seen even from the outside.
A wonderful trip
A trip to Portugal is wonderful and there is no time that is the most ideal for this trip and yes, for those who want to enjoy all its attractions, the tip is that this trip takes place between the months of April to September, due to its climate, so that all its attractions can be enjoyed. Choose one of these locations we show here. Pack your bags and be sure to record this trip that will certainly be etched in your memory.
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