Posts Tagged ‘Lisbon’

History in Lisbon

June 15th, 2010

Reaching the shores of Africa, India, the America’s and Asia, Lisbon quickly became the world most prosperous trading centre. Contrasting beautifully with these areas are Lisbon’s cultural hotspots – breathtaking churches, renovated palaces and an impressive castle are examples of the city’s long standing heritage which certainly hasn’t been forgotten in a city so vibrant.

Combined with the numerous museums of ancient and modern art they all help to add to Lisbon’s unforgettable cultural charm. Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and the country’s largest city. What is no less important, a stay in Lisbon won’t cost you a fortune – the city is really economical.

The heart of Lisbon is filled with wide avenues, green trees, modernist-style buildings, mosaic decorations and numerous cafes. Lisbon is like an impressionist painting which depicts small pastel-painted houses, the domes and towers of local churches. » Read more: History in Lisbon

Cultural Lisbon Portugal

June 13th, 2010

Cultural Lisbon Portugal

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and the country’s largest city. This Portuguese pearl will enchant you with its churches, castles, medieval streets and museums. What is no less important, a stay in Lisbon won’t cost you a fortune – the city is really economical.

The heart of Lisbon is filled with wide avenues, green trees, modernist-style buildings, mosaic decorations and numerous cafes. Lisbon is like an impressionist painting which depicts small pastel-painted houses, the domes and towers of local churches. One local attraction is the Monsanto Forest Park 10 square kilometers big – this is one of the largest European parks.

The city is now being reborn and renovated.
Renovation of the city started in the 1990s. Many historic attractions were destroyed during the great 1755 Lisbon Earthquake, but many were left and are now no less popular with tourists than such modern constructions as the Lisbon Oceanarium. » Read more: Cultural Lisbon Portugal