Lisbon (Portuguese: Lisboa) is the capital and the largest city of Portugal situated on seven hills at the wide mouth of the Tagus, the longest river in the Iberian Peninsula, where it meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Five interesting facts about the city:
- It was founded around 1200 BC by Phoenician settlers.
- In 1256, it becomes capital of the Kingdom of Portugal.
- It is the westernmost capital of a mainland European country.
- It is the second oldest capital (after Athens) in Europe.
- It is the closest European capital to the United States.
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| The Castle of São Jorge (constructed in the 10th century), Lisbon |
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| Bronze equestrian statue of John I (1357–1433), King of Portugal, Lisbon |
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| Façade of the Cathedral (built between the 12th–20th century), Lisbon |
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| Gothic ceiling of the Cathedral, Lisbon |
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| The Church of Santa Engracia (Baroque; built in 1681–1966), now the National Pantheon, Lisbon |
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| Street, Lisbon |
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| Street, Lisbon |
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| Street, Lisbon |
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| Tuk-tuk, Lisbon |
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| Remodelano tram (manufactured between 1936 and 1947) on line 28, Lisbon |
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| Remodelano trams on line 12, Lisbon |
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| Remodelano tram on line 28, Lisbon |
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| The Alfama is the oldest district of Lisbon |
Have you ever been to Lisbon? Feel free to post a comment below.
Location: Lisbon Map
Official website: Cm-lisboa.pt
How to get there: Omio.com
Find accommodations: Booking.com
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Oh wow! Your photos are absolutely amazing. I would love to see Lisbon in person one day.
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DeleteI've always wanted to see Portugal, especially Lisbon. It's always seemed like Portugal is the overlooked country for travel in the area. I think it's one of the most beautiful places in all of Europe.
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DeleteYour pictures truly display the beauty of Lisbon. It is a dream of mine to travel there someday.. part of my family is Portuguese and I would love to learn more about our roots. :)
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DeletePortugal is actually on my bucket list of places I'd love to travel. I'll have to make it Lisbon. This place looks beautiful!
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DeleteMy kids have been to Portugal and love it. Their dad is Portuguese so he's taken them a few times.
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DeleteI love this! I've always wanted to visit Portugal! I will be saving this for future visits!
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DeleteMy son in law has been talking about visiting Lisbon eventually. It seems like a beautiful city to explore.
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DeleteWhat a beautiful city. The architecture reminds me of the streets of Cuba. Your photography is amazing!
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DeleteI have not been myself, but I enjoyed feeling like I was touring there right now through your post and photos. It looks like such a beautiful place to explore!
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