Lisbon - Lapa

The little quarter of Lapa, which arose in the middle of the 18th C., is considered to be one of Lisbon's best residential areas. Large old villas and much greenery characterize this peaceful quarter where many embassies and consolates are situated. Among the small palaces some are striking on account of their unusual architecture, such as the Casa Visconde de Sacavérn in the Rua do Sacramento á Lapa (no. 24), which was built shortly before the turn of the century.