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Lisbon Vacations

editor — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 15:36:00 +0000

Lisbon Vacations ENTERTAINMENT Agenda Cultural and Follow Me Lisboa have information on arts events and bullfights; both are free at kiosks in the Rossio, on R. Portas de Santo Antao, and at the tourist office. FADO Lisbon’s trademark is fado, an art combining singing and narrative poetry that expresses sorrowful saudade (nostalgia). The Bairro Alto has many fado joints off R. da Misericordia and on streets by the Igreja de Sao Roque, but the prices alone may turn a knife in your heart. Various bars offer free performances. Machado, R. do Norte 91. Founded in 1937, Machado is one of

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Travel to Lisbon

editor — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 21:34:00 +0000

Travel to Lisbon ACCOMMODATIONS Several hotels are in the center of town on Avenida da Liberdade, while many convenient budget hostels are in Baixa along the Rossio and on Rua da Prata, Rua dos Cor-reeiros, and Rua do Ouro. Lodgings near the Castelo de Sao Jorge are quieter and closer to the sights. If central accommodations are full, head east to the hostels along Avenida Almirante dos Reis. At night, be careful in Baixa, Bairro Alto, and especially Alfama; many streets are isolated and poorly lit. Casa de Hospedes Globo, R. Teixeira 37 (fax 213 46 22 79), across from

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LISBON LISBOA

editor — Thu, 08 Dec 2016 07:06:00 +0000

LISBON (LISBOA) Once the center of the world’s richest and farthest-reaching empire, Lisbon (pop. 1,971,000) hit its peak at the end of the 15th century when Portuguese navigators pioneered explorations of Asia, Africa, and South America. Aching with saudade for its past, the city works to preserve its rich history, continually renovating its monuments and meticulously maintaining its black-and-white mosaic sidewalks, pastel facades, and cobbled medieval alleys. In 1998, Lisbon hosted the World Expo, sparking a citywide face-lift and beginning a movement to reclaim its place as one of Europe’s grandest cities. TRANSPORTATION Flights: Aeroporto de Lisboa (LIS; 218 41

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