Lisbon has seen its share of people in the past thousands of years. Nowadays, it stands pretty and colourful along the Tagus River. The city has 7 hills and two bridges.
Lisbon is also home to many historical buildings, churches, palaces and parks.
Lisbon is a major tourist destination with a lot to offer travellers. It has different types of restaurants, cafes, bars, and nightlife venues for those looking for some nightlife entertainment. The city also offers many scenic views for tourists and museums for those who want to learn about Portuguese culture.
In downtown Lisbon, the Praça do Comério (Commerce Square) and Rossio set the mood of the coloured city. Graça, Bairro Alto, Alfama, Mouraria, the Baixa Pombalina and Chiado are the most well-known neighbourhoods.
Throughout the year, several festivals take place in Lisbon. The biggest one marks the celebrations of Saint Anthony’s day when the city celebrates with a big parade and procession. In addition, the Christmas markets take place in different squares in the city, with several local products to taste.
