Best Landmarks in Lisbon"

"Best Landmarks in Lisbon"

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Rua Augusta Arch "Portuguese Arc de Triomphe"

Rua Augusta Arch is one of the most highly regarded landmarks in the city of Lisbon. Seen by some as Portugal's Arc de Triomphe, it was constructed in 1873 and designed by the notable French sculptor, Antoine Calmels. The structure is crowned by nine elegant allegorical statues signifying Portugal's social and political history. Included are Vasco da by Diego Delso Gama, who discovered the maritime route to India in 1498; Nuno Álvares Pereira, who helped the Portuguese gain independence from Spain; and the politician Marquês de Pombal, who contributed to the reconstruction of Lisbon after its devastating earthquake in 1755.

+351 21 346 3314 (Tourist www.visitlisboa.com/en/pl [email protected] Rua Augusta 2, Lisbon Information) aces/arco-da-rua-augusta

Casa dos Bicos "Renaissance Palace"

This Renaissance palace gets its name from the peculiar façade, made up of numerous, 'peaks', which resemble pyramids set into the rock. It was constructed in 1523 as a home for the then Senator, Brás de Albuquerque in the style of an Italian palace. The building, however, was partially destroyed by an earthquake in 1755. After a series of renovations, it is the by Isabel Cruz marble staircase which stands out, as it contrasts with the black walls. The lower ground floor is occasionally used to house exhibitions.

+351 21 031 2700 (Tourist Information) Rua dos Bacalhoeiros 10, Lisbon

Chiado Storehouse "Large Shopping Area"

Recently reconstructed after being destroyed by fire in 1988, do Chiado has grown into a bustling commercial district. Álvaro Vieira, a well known Portuguese architect was responsible for designing and developing the space into what it is today. The complex is a shopper s paradise and is home to some of the most refined shops in Lisbon. by Alexandre Costa +351 21 321 0600 www.armazensdochiado.c armazensdochiado@multi- Rua do Carmo 2, Lisbon om/ mallmanagement.com

Castelo de São Jorge "A Symbol of Lisbon"

One of Lisbon's most recognizable landmarks, the Castelo de São Jorge looms over the city center, perched on top of a hill. Its strategic position gave it a great defensive military advantage and as a result, the hill has been the site of fortifications for millennia, dating as far back as the Visigoths in the 5th Century BCE and later followed by the Moors, by Concierge.2C Christian crusaders and the Portuguese royal family. The castle's ramparts are spread about the hillside, punctuated by 18 towers at intervals. One of these, the Tower of Ulysses, has a fascinating 360-degree view of the city via a camera. Visitors can explore remains of the city's Moorish heritage by roaming the citadel's archaeological site or visit relic-filled galleries. They can also enjoy views of Lisbon's rooftop-lined streets as they wind their way to the Tagus River or enjoy the calm of the gardens within the citadel walls.

+351 21 880 0620 www.castelodesaojorge.pt [email protected] Rua de Santa Cruz do / Castelo, Lisbon

Bica Elevator "Journey Along the River"

Inaugurated in 1892, it functioned with a motor, and later started to function with electricity. Today the two elevators continue to be used, not only by the locals to get to work, but also by tourists. There is a wonderful view to be seen over the Tagus river from here. Close to Bica Elevator, you can find a Rua de São Paulo, an area characterized by buildings of the by Rustam Aliyev 18th century.

+351 21 031 2700 (Tourist Information) Rua de São Paulo 234, Lisbon

Gloria Elevator "Small Tours of the City"

These lifts are perfect pathways between between Avenida da Liberdade and Rua de São Pedro de Alcântara. They were built in the 19th century and have been serving the community since 1885. The lift is made up of two cabins that move parallel to the ground. Originally it functioned using hydraulic power, but since 1915 it has run using electricity. by Dick O'Brien +351 21 031 2700 (Tourist Information) Calçada da Glória, Lisbon

Lavra Elevator "Oldest Elevator in Lisbon"

The Lavra Elevator is one of the oldest elevators in Lisbon, as it was built in 1884. The elevator is used by the people of Lisbon when they have to get to the center of the city. The Elevator da Lavra runs through Rua de São José and Portas de Santo Antão, near Avenida de Liberdade and Rua Camilo Pestana. by Rustam Aliyev +351 21 031 2700 (Tourist Information) Calçada do Lavra, Lisbon

Miradouro do Monte "Beautiful City Locale"

Miradouro do Monte is located in Graça, one of oldest areas in Lisbon. From this miradouro you can see the São Jorge Castle and the Tagus River. A charming place, full of olive trees, this vantage point is close to a small 18th-century chapel in homage to Nossa Senhora do Monte. To find the miradouro, take the number 28 tram from Martim Moniz square, by microlito situated in the city-center.

+351 21 031 2700 (Tourist Information) Rua Senhora do Monte, Lisbon

by RicardoFilipePereira Jardim Botânico de Lisboa "Green Amidst The City"

Encompassing a wide area of 10 acres (4.04 hectares), this beautiful garden is located right in the heart of Principe Real. Classified as a national monument in 2010, these botanical gardens, are considered to be the best in Southern Europe. Been around the corner since the mid 19th Century, these gardens have a wide variety of plants and trees, some of which are as old as the dinosaurs. Yes, you read it right. These exotic plant species form a dense vegetation, right amidst the bustling city, thereby making it a major tourist attraction. Over 18,000 species can been seen here, which are labelled and describe to give the visitor some information.

+351 21 392 1800 Rua da Alegria 104, Lisbon

Fonte Luminosa "Illuminated Fountain"

A beautiful 20th-century in the eastern region of the capital city, The Fonte Luminosa is a must visit attraction while in Lisbon. Its beauty is amplified after sunset, as several lights illuminate the fountain, giving it an magical appearance. Built in celebration of the city's regular water supply, the fountain is now somewhat of a landmark in the city. Perched on the by chicadelatele Alto do Pina, this fountain consists of three waterfalls which bathes the sculptures below.

+351 21 031 2700 (Tourist Information) Alameda Dom Alfonso Henriques, Lisbon

April 25 Bridge "A Bridge for Democracy"

This bridge located in between the districts of Almada and Bélem on the River Tejo strongly resembles the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, CA. Despite the similar orange coloring as the one in San Francisco, this span was created by the company that created the Oakland Bay Bridge. The bridge was inaugurated in 1966 and was initially named Ponte Salazar by Gunnar Grimnes after the authoritarian prime-minister who ruled until 1974. Thereafter the bridge was renamed Ponte 25 de Abril as a result of the coup d'état and the culmination of the Carnation Revolution within the country.

+351 21 031 2700 (Tourist Information) Rio do Tagus, Lisbon

Sanctuary of Christ the King

"The Portuguese Cristo Rei"

The Sanctuary of Christ the King or Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei towers at an impressive 110 meters and was inspired by Rio de Janeiro's famous Christ the Redeemer statue. The pedestal is 82 meters high and the statue another 28 meters, and an elevator takes visitors to the top, where there is a mesmerizing view over Lisbon, Almada and the Tagus by Stefan Didam - River. The statute, considered a symbol of the city, was completed in 1959 Schmallenberg and believed to have been constructed to give thanks that Portugal was spared the devastating effects that plagued much of Europe post World War II.

+351 21 275 1000 www.cristorei.pt/ [email protected] Avenida Cristo Rei, Almada epac.pt Rosa dos Ventos "Portuguese Discoveries Monument"

The square in front of the Discoveries Monument depicts an enormous Rosa dos Ventos (a large compass), artistically and cleverly designed to pay homage to the Portuguese navigators of olden times. The image can be seen in all its glory from the top of the Discoveries monument or better still from an airplane. Also on the ground, you can see the outlined routes of the conquests and discoveries that contributed to Portugal's historical by Leandro Neumann Ciuffo golden age.

+351 21 0 312 700 (Tourist Information) Avenida de Brasília, Belém, Lisbon

Padrão dos Descobrimentos "Portuguese Sailors Memorial"

This is one of the many monuments found in the city which is dedicated to one of Portugal's famous explorers. The monument itself was erected in 1960 to mark the quincentenary anniversary of Henry the Navigator's death. It pays homage to all the brave Portuguese sailors who ventured forth in search of undiscovered land. The structure is 54 meters (177 feet) by Alvesgaspar high and depicts sailors on the helm of a ship which is about to set sail on the river Tagus. The main part of the monument features a ship and three commanding Portuguese historical figures. The likeness of Henry the Navigator is followed by that of King Manuel I and then finally poet Luis de Camôes. The top of the structure can be reached by lift and indulges you to a breathtaking view, overlooking not only the river but much of the historical district of Bélem as well.

+351 21 303 1950 www.padraodosdescobri padraodosdescobrimentos Avenida de Brasília, Lisbon mentos.egeac.pt/ @egeac.pt

Vasco da Gama Bridge "Lisbon's Popular Landmark"

The Vasco da Gama Bridge runs east over the Tagus River from Lisbon's Parque de Nações to Alcochete. Its main claim to fame is that it is the longest bridge in Europe, stretching just over 17 kilometers (10.7 miles). The impressive cable suspension bridge opened for the 1998 Expo and the 500th anniversary of Vasco da Gama's sea route discovery from by Paul Hermans Europe to India. Although there is no pedestrian walkway across the bridge, it's a much photographed landmark and one of modern Lisbon's crowning engineering achievements.

+351 21 031 2700 (Tourist Information) PTE Vasco de Game, Lisbon

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