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Lisbon - Portuguese capital since 1147

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Воскресенье, 04 Сентября 2011 г. 08:59 + в цитатник

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Lisbon Capital Of Portugal

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Четверг, 21 Июля 2011 г. 17:12 + в цитатник

This city was once the most important port in the whole world, from which the Portuguese, following the exploits of Vasco da Gama and other brave souls, ruled the seas and many exotic places. Today it is a quiet, humble city with its grandeur slowly crumbling away. Yet this mortal, faded beauty is beautiful in itself and it is what makes Lisbon so charming.

The city suffered heavily in 1755 Lisbon earthquake which was so violent that the resulting tsunami even reached the southern coast of England. Much of the city was laid waste to completely. However in the hills, in Bairro Alto and Alfama many ancient buildings still survive and a walk through these old quarters is a fascinating one, every turn revealing something new. A beautiful building decorated in Azulejo which have been produced without interuption for over five centuries or a breathtaking views over the city and the magnificent River Tejo.

All in all Lisbon is a pleasant city and one has to take his or her time to explore it at a slow pace. This is what I managed to see in a couple of days.

1. Praça do Comércio. A large square laid out after 1755 Lisbon Earthquake.