The port city of Lisbon is the capital of Portugal: attractions, photos, videos, map of Lisbon.

Lisbon is not only the capital of Portugal, but also the country's largest port.

In recent decades, Lisbon has experienced a rebirth, gradually once again becoming the “golden city” of Europe. The renovation of the capital took place at the beginning of the last century, when the city began to prepare for the World Exhibition, held in 1998. At this time, such new structures arose as the grandiose bridge named after Vasco da Gama, which connected the city airport with the highways of Portugal, as well as the Eastern Railway Station, which adorned the eastern suburbs of Lisbon.

The Vasco da Gama Bridge has a length of 17 km 200 m. It deservedly bears the title of the longest bridge in Europe. There is a longer bridge in China. The length of the Chinese Hangzhou Bridge is as much as 36 kilometers, but the Chinese Bridge looks less beautiful!

The Vasco da Gamma Bridge carries six-lane traffic and, if necessary, two more lanes can be connected at any time. By the way, the bridge got its name not by chance. It was built to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Vasco da Gama's discovery of the route from Europe to India.

Another famous bridge in Lisbon is the 25th of April Bridge. It crosses where the Tagus River flows into the Atlantic Ocean.

The Eastern Railway Station, or Estação do Oriente, combines the train and bus stations, as well as a metro station.

The station is especially beautiful when illuminated at night.

The construction of the station cost Portugal 200 million euros. The construction project was developed by the famous Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava.

The ancient sights of the city also have a peculiar charm, giving the city a certain provincialism. The Castle of St. Jorge in the amazing medieval district of Alfama, rare wooden trams busily scurrying along the city streets past cozy cafes made in the Art Deco style, mosaic pavements - all this gives the city an unforgettable charm. Many cultural and historical sites were destroyed during the earthquake that occurred in 1755. But the city still has many interesting places, one of which is the futuristic Oceanarium, designed in a modernist style.

Photo of the Oceanarium.

Video: futuristic Oceanarium in Art Nouveau style.

Castle of St. George can be seen from almost anywhere in the city.

The Castle of Saint Jorge is located in the old medieval district of Lisbon - Alfama. This is the historical center of the city, which miraculously survived the terrible earthquake of 1755.

Monument to King Jose I, standing on the Market Square.

Fountain on Rossio - the central square of Lisbon.

Near Lisbon there are magnificent resorts with golden sandy beaches: Costa de Caparica, Estoripe, Cascais; the picturesque forests of Shintra; the magnificent monastery of Mafra. The city is imbued with a light, fragrant and bright spirit inspired by modernity, ready to host the whole world.

Video: DK Unlucky notes in Lisbon.

Lisbon on the world map:

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Geographic coordinates of Lisbon: 38°43′00″ N. w. 9°10′00″ W d.

A very detailed map of Lisbon, with bridges and suburbs, Monsanto Park, airport and other attractions.

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