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When the idea of holding the "2nd official European VT meeting" in Marbella (Spain) in May 2006 came up I started to think about how to combine it with a great trip. My choice finally came down to Lisbon. Lisbon was one of the few Western European capitals I had yet to visit.
In 2009 I returned for a few hours to Lisbon as the "5th official European VT meeting" took place in Cascais.
Lisbon has about 570.000 inhabitants. Due to its location on seven low hills at the river Tejo it is in my opinion one of Europe's most attractive capitals. Many viewpoints are located throughout the city and offer terrific photo opportunities. Among the variety of interesting sights and historical buildings, one of the unique things to do in Lisbon is a ride on one of the old yellow trams through the ancient Alfama district.
Outside of the city centre the Park of Nations and the Vasco da Gama village of Belem are within reach of public transportation and well worth a visit.
During my 6 days in Lisbon I met two of my Portuguese VT friends for dinner meetings. I learned a lot about their city, local customs and of course the tasty Portuguese cuisine.
"I met a lot of people in Europe. I even encountered myself."
--- James Baldwin ---
- Pros:Gorgeous bridges, old trams, interesting sights and laid-back lifestyle.
- Cons:Lisbon can be very hot in summer.
- In a nutshell:City of 7 hills (7 colinas).
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Comments (47)
Hello Holger!
Is Cacilhas worth a visit?
I'm looking forward to re visit Lisbon.
Ciao!
Great tips, Holger! You've given me some good ideas for my upcoming trip! I'm hoping to attend the Sporting Lisbon-Uniao Leiria game next Saturday evening and I'm looking forward to lots of fresh seafood in Lisbon!
Thanks for the helpful tips. Great page!
I visited Lisbon 25 years ago, and I see I forgot a lot from that time; I am considering to visit again, this year hopefully! Very nice page, Holger; I certainly will use my feet and the tram to explore.
Fantastic page and great photos Holger. Just back from a week in this glorious city. Your page has inspired me to start my own. I've been very lazy lately with my pages ;)
No matter where we go we find that you beat us there. Going to Lisbon today 9/7/09. Al & Mary from Springfield,MA USA
where should i start? i found all those lisbon tips in yours ;) how are you buddy? hats off for your Lisbon page! Very informative! cheers juliet
Thanks for the good photos and tips to a country that most Americans don't even think about.
Great Lisbon tips and pics, I'm looking forward to visiting in May.
Holger -- nice Lisbon tips, and guess what, we're going this September! I am excited and will probably print out your tips so I don't forget...Thanks, Norman :)