Lisbon Travel Guide

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LISBON OVERVIEW

Lisbon, the capital of the Portugal, is situated on the north banks of the River Tagus, set on seven hills, as the legend tells. Lisbon it's a really ancient city, under the Roman rule from 205 BC, when it was already a 1000 year old town, and it was captured by Moors in the 8th century. Prior to the 18th century, Lisbon had experienced several important earthquakes and on 1 November 1755 another earthquake destroyed the city, which killed an estimated 30,000 to 40,000 Lisbon residents and destroyed eighty-five percent of the city. The charm of Lisbon exists in its strong links to the past, rich in architecture and culture but modern in the same time. The best way to discover Lisbon is to get lost in its narrow streets and up and down roads. But it isn't all culture and history, it has a really vivacious nightlife. Don't miss the oldest district of the city, Alfama, the UnescoWorld Heritage site status area of Baixa and Chiado, the trendiest area of the city.

WHAT TO SEE AND WHAT TO DO IN LISBON

The World Heritage Belem Tower is the most famous sight of Lisbon. Alfama, a survivor of the earthquake that struck in 1755, is the oldest district of historic Lisbon and is a real step back in time for the visitor. Built in 1502, the Jeronimos Monastery is a fantastic example of Manueline architecture.  The cloister is the most beautiful in Europe and contain the tomb of the great Vasco da Gama.

The St. George's Castle is a true landmark of the city and can be seen from just about wherever you are. Originally a Moorish royal residence, today is an island of tranquillity away from the chaotic modern day Lisbon. The Discoveries Monument hosts an elevator, perfect to take panoramic photos of the city. Don't miss the oldest surviving complete building in Lisbon, the Cathedral and the Gulbenkian, the Madre de Deus Tile and the Coach museums. Lisbon is full of great boulevards and monuments, notable among these are the Liberty Avenue. In Lisbon is placed the the second largest Oceanarium in the world.

GETTING THERE

Lisbon Airport is located almost in the center of the city, The easiest way to the city is via the Aerobus, that takes about 20 minutes. You can reach the city by train, in one of the five station of the city or by bus.

GETTING AROUND

The Metro is the main artery, 4 lines that cross the city of Lisbon, giving a pretty good coverage. Some of the stations also inter-connect with railway stations. The most traditional form of public transport is the tram. Buses and elevators are used too. Much of the city centre is traversable on foot.

LISBON USEFUL INFORMATION

Language: Portuguese

Currency: Euro

Electricity: 220V/50Hz. 2-pin plug.

Area Code: +351

Emergency Codes: Ambulance, police and Fire 112

Time Zone: Greenwich Mean Time

Main Tourist Office: Ask Me Lisboa, 25 Rua de Arsenal, Baixa (open daily from 10am-6pm)

Climate: Lisbon has a warm climate, with sunny spring and summer days when temperatures frequently reach 30ºC. Winters are wet and windy, temperatures averaging around 10ºC.