Tourist Attractions in Lisbon
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Convento da Madre de Deus
Convento da Madre de Deus is a former convent, founded in the early 16th C but rebuilt following the 1755 earthquake. Of particular note are the Renaissance Cloister, and the National Tile Museum housed in the cloister.
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Gulbenkian Museum
The Gulbenkian Museum covers a wide spectrum or art covering various time periods. Highlights include the Centre for Modern Art, and collections of Ancient Egyptian, European, Oriental-Islamic-Armenian, and Greek-Roman art.
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Old Quarter
The Old Quarter of Lisbon, Alfama, is known for narrow streets, alleys, stairs, and houses built on ancient foundations. It is an interesting area that has become a tourist attraction.
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Amoreiras Shopping Center
The "Neo Modern" style Amoreiras Shopping Center is large twelve story complex, which provides a stark contrast to the surrounding older architecture. It was built by architect Tómas Taveira.
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Bairro Alto
The quarter of the city known as Bairro Alto was developed largely in the 16th C when it was home to the city's wealthier residents. Today it is a residential area with artists and shopkeepers.
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Baixa
Baixa was all but leveled during the 1755 earthquake. Reconstruction of the area was based on more modern plans which incorporated a geometric layout.
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Carmo Lift
The Carmo Lift provides unique transport between the lower town and Chiado in the upper town. Built in Neo Gothic style, the lift opened in 1901.
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Casa dos Bicos
Casa dos Bicos is a Renaissance structure built in 1523. The facade is quite striking with geometric patterns of pointed stones that earned it the nickname "House of Diamonds".
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Igreja de Santa Engrácia (Panteao)
Built on the site of a 16th C church, Igreja de Santa Engrácia took approximately 300 years to build, and was completed in the 1960s.
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Igreja de Sao Roque
Igreja de Sao Roque is known for its interior which has remained relatively unchanged since it was built in the 16th C.
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Igreja de Sao Vicente de Fora
Igreja de Sao Vicente de Fora was built in the late 16th C at the direction of the Spanish king Philipp II. It replaced a 12th C church.
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Igreja do Carmo
The Gothic style Igreja do Carmo was all but destroyed in an earthquake. Today the interior houses the National Museum of Archeology.
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Praça do Comércio
Praça do Comércio was originally a famous square where kings would be received or public events would be held. A number of historical structures stand on the square.
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Rossio (Praça de Dom Pedro IV)
Rossio, as it is commonly called, is lively square where locals and tourist gather and street vendors go about their business.
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St George's Castle
St George's Castle was built on the site of an Iron Age settlement. It is visible from a distance as it stands on a hill above central Lisbon.
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Star Basilica
The shining white dome of the Star Basilica is a landmark, standing on one of the city's hills.
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Belém Tower
The Belém Tower (Torré de Belém), built in the early 16th C, is one of the most photographed sites around Lisbon. The unique four story tower faces the sea, with ramparts in the shape of a ship's bow.
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Ermida de Sao Jerónimo
The chapel of Ermida de Sao Jerónimo dates to the early 16th C is rather austere looking square building. Its location allows for an interesting view of the Torre de Belém.
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Hieronymite Convent
The Hieronymite Convent is located in Belém and is among the most famous attractions in the country. It was built in the 16th C on the site of a former chapel, long associated with naval expeditions.
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Aqueduto das Águas Livres
Aqueduto das Águas Livres is the old aqueduct spanning the Alcântara Valley. The structure features 35 arches, with the highest one reaching 62 m.
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Monument to the Discoveries
One of Lisbon's most famous sites and tourist attractions is this well known monument which today stands on the edge of the Tagus. This famous carving is shaped like the bow of ship, with Henry the Navigator on top.
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Palácio dos Marqueses de Fronteira
Palácio dos Marqueses de Fronteira is a 17th C Renaissance style mansion built by the Mascarenha family. Members of the family still live on the site although tours of the gardens and some of the rooms are offered.
More Portugal Resources
- Lisbon Travel Guide by iExplore
Belém Tower, Lisbon
Hieronymite Convent, Lisbon
Old Quarter, Lisbon
Praça do Comércio, Lisbon
St George's Castle, Lisbon
Carmo Lift, Lisbon
April 25 Bridge, Lisbon
