The capital of Portugal, located in the extreme western part of the Iberian Peninsula, is Lisbon. Tucked among seven hills, on the north side of the river Tejo, Lisbon is often referred as the city of hills. We will selfishly say that this is the most beautiful city in Europe. It lies on the Atlantic coast, rich in history and culture. As the largest city in the country, it has approx. 2.9 million inhabitants with suburbs. It is the trade, economic, cultural and political center of Portugal
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Colorful, charismatic and irresistible Lisbon provides a unique sensation of modern and at the same time old. In Alfam, you will experience Lisbon as it once was. The architecture of this oldest part of the city tells incredible stories, and the oldest bookstore in the world, created in 1732, testifies to its beauty. Known for its yellow tram, fado music, good nightlife, great shopping, amazing restaurants with seafood specialties, good wine, olives and very tasty treats such as traditional "pastel nata". What is characteristic of Lisbon are the famous Portuguese tiles that adorn most of the walking zones and squares. White is the color of warriors, while black was the favorite color of the patron saint of Lisbon, São Vicente.
As the capital of culture in Europe, Lisbon is a city with a large number of museums. On this page you can get acquainted with the complete list of the best museums in Lisbon which will help you decide which museum you want to visit according to your interests.
The parks in Lisbon are numerous, and how could they not be when the weather is very nice all year round. Tourists equally enjoy the Lisbon parks, as well as locals who like to spend their free time here. On this list you will find the best parks in Lisbon that you should not miss.
Shopping in Lisbon is something you should not miss especially if you take into account the variety of products as well as the prices which are much lower than in other major European cities. Lisbon is known for its shopping malls that offer everything you can find in Paris, London or Milan, but also for the local markets where zou maz find some unique design items. We have created a complete shopping zone guide with places that should not be missed while in Lisbon.
Public transport in Lisbon consists of 5 transport means: buses, trams, metro, trains and ferry. The most popular is the famous tram number 28, which will take you through the most beautiful parts of Lisbon. However, we must say that the most inefficient transport is the subway. Boat rides stand out because they provide a special experience to visitors. On this page you will find all means of transport in Lisbon, explained in detail.
Lisbon is a beautiful city, but so is its entire surroundings. Portugal is a country rich in history and beauty that is not only related to its capital city. On this page you will find a list of the best trips that you can go on and places you can visit near Lisbon. Lisbon is very well connected by train with all places, so you will arrive in no time, and you will surely be delighted.
If we want to fully experience a city, country or any destination in general, then we must not bypass food. Food is very important to the Portuguese, food is their way of life. Eating a variety of foods "at the table" is a "must" in Lisbon.
On this page, visitors can find all the useful and interesting information that will be useful to them while they are in Lisbon. From sim card prices and options, the price of cigarettes to wonderful information about Fado music and where visitors should go to listen and enjoy this authentic Portugese sound.
On this page you can read about famous individuals who marked the history of a city, state and world. We have tried to single out those who have contributed to the development of science, art, culture and the general development of society. Here you can find out about these individuals, what they did and how they marked places and people with their creative work.
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Lisbon is the capital of Portugal, and the largest city of the country at the same time. Lisbon is the center of politics, economy and culture of this country. The name of the city Lisbon, according to historical documents and evidences means ‘’The Safe Harbor’’, and this name originated in Roman times. Lisbon was also inhabited in prehistoric times - the city was actually founded by the Phoenicians. There is a myth spreading through people that the mythical hero Odysseus passed through the city, and the people of Lisbon themselves like to tell this legend to the visitors. Under Roman rule, Lisbon experienced the greatest prosperity and development of crafts and trade. Lisbon then becomes an important port. In the Middle Ages, rulers changed: Germanic tribes, Visigoths, Moors, and Lisbon has long been a mix of Christian, Arab and Jewish populations.
Madeira is a beautiful island in the Atlantic Ocean that is teeming with life, offers a display of brilliantly coloured flowers and fragrant fruits which most visitors might have never seen before, wonderful nature, splendid views, amazing hiking trails etc. it is so hard to put into words the uniqueness of Madeira Island and its nature. The volcanic nature of the island cossets away most of the island’s beaches behind its high cliffs, but instead offering spectacular viewpoints onto the ocean, lush forests that hide incredible animal and plant species as well as many hidden locations waiting to be uncovered. Even though the main attractions of the island are its exotic tropical nature and botanical gardens, Madeira also has well-developed cities catering for the needs of modern tourists with a lot of sights, history, shopping areas, restaurants etc.
The capital of Portugal, located in the extreme western part of the Iberian Peninsula, is Lisbon. Tucked among seven hills, on the north side of the river Tejo, Lisbon is often referred as the city of hills. We will selfishly say that this is the most beautiful city in Europe. It lies on the Atlantic coast, rich in history and culture. As the largest city in the country, it has approx. 2.9 million inhabitants with suburbs. It is the trade, economic, cultural and political center of Portugal
Romantic, inspiring, Porto is the second largest city in Portugal and lies along the Douro River, occupying the northern part of the country and is often called the "Capital of the North". It is known for its wines, gastronomy, granite, football, moderate-continental climate and beautiful landmarks. It belongs to the district of Porto, and forms one of the centers of the Iberian Peninsula. Flowery balconies, narrow streets, bridges and tiles are something that gives this city a personal touch and makes it perhaps one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The origin of the name Port is linked to the ancient Roman city called Portus Kale. The name of the country Portugal is derived from the same name. Porto has been on the list of UNESCO's world cultural heritage since 1996. Porto is known for its historic center which looks colorful, and the rest of the city is very young and energetic, just like its inhabitants.
