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Real Name: Holger
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Lisbon - City of bridges, old trams and fado

by HORSCHECK - last update: Apr 18, 2007

Lisbon tram #15 at Praca da Figueira

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

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 ---

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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)."
HORSCHECK's Lisbon Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 10 - Photos: 23
 
Restaurants
Tips: 3 - Photos: 6
Hotels & Accommodations
Tips: 1 - Photos: 3
 
Nightlife
Tips: 1 - Photos: 3
Off The Beaten Path
Tips: 3 - Photos: 14
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 8 - Photos: 16
Local Customs
Tips: 2 - Photos: 4
 
Packing Lists
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
Shopping
Tips: 2 - Photos: 5
 
Sports Travel
Tips: 2 - Photos: 3
General Tips
Tips: 5 - Photos: 11

Comments for HORSCHECK about Lisbon
alucas Sun Dec 23, 2007 19:23 UTC
 Happy Christmas to you too, Holger. Yes, my Lisbon page will be up soon - THEN I can read yours ! London meeting is already in my diary, so see you then !
marcbrazil Sat Nov 10, 2007 11:37 UTC
 Lisbon is a sort of "MOTHERLAND" to us!!! I would love to see it, nice tips!;)
TheWanderingCamel Sat Nov 10, 2007 09:54 UTC
 Planning a visit to Lisbon in Feb'08, a first so all advice is welcome. Lotys of good tips here - thanks. leyle
Maurizioago Sat May 19, 2007 11:41 UTC
 I had another look at your Lisbon page. I'm going there at the end of may. Ciao!
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