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LISBON

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Winner of the World's Leading City Break Destination since 2017, Lisbon will be the European Green Capital in 2020.  Lisbon is one of the world's great historical cities being considered by many one of the most soulful, captivating and picturesque European capitals. Known by its characteristic bleached white limestone buildings and intimate alleyways, Lisbon's mix of traditional architecture and contemporary culture make it a paradise for walkers and photographers. Our warm Mediterranean climate, amazing food and friendly people will surely make your stay memorable. 

  1. Lisbon tram by Laura Rinke
  2. Rua Augusta by Matija Tunjic
  3. Castelo de São Jorge
  4. Lisbon tram
  5. Lisbon view
  6. Pastel de Belem
  7. Lisbon by David Mark
  8. Portuguese traditional tiles
  9. Convento do Carmo
  10. Lisboa Oriente - Galp tower
  11. Sintra - Cabo da Roca
  12. Rua da Conceição
  13. Elevador de Santa Justa
  14. Lisbon view
  15. Cascais
  16. Cascais - Abano.jpg
  17. Oceanarium.jpg
  18. Praça do Comércio
  19. Lisbon aqueduct - Aqueduto das Águas Livres
  20. Praia da Ursa - Sintra
  21. Lisbon view
  22. Arrábida
  23. Sintra - Palácio da Pena
  24. Sintra forest
  25. Sintra - Palácio da Vila by Julian Hacker
  26. Sintra - Quinta da Regaleira by Petar Teodosiev
  27. Sintra forest
  28. Mosteiro dos Jeronimos by Julia Orige
  29. Lisbon view
  30. Sintra - Palácio da Pena by Julian Hacker
  31. Cascais market
  32. Praia da Ursa - Sintra
  33. Lisbon view
  34. Torre de Belém
  35. Panteão by Jganzarain
photos by Pixabay & AMCerveira

USEFUL INFORMATION 

 

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LANGUAGE

The official language is Portuguese. Most people in urban centers will nevertheless understand and speak reasonably good English. Spanish and French are also spoken.

 

CLIMATE

Lisbon has a Subtropical-Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and dry warm summers. Average summer temperatures are around 29 ºC (82.9 ºF) during the day and 18.6 ºC (65.5 ºF) at night.

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HEALTH

There are no special health requirements, with the exception of vaccination certificates for people coming from areas where yellow fever is endemic.

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CURRENCY

The official currency is the euro (EUR €). Numerous banks, bureaux de change and ATM machines are widely available. Bank opening hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3 pm. MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted.

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SALES TAX

Sales tax VAT (IVA) is included in prices.

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ELECTRICITY

European type 2 pin sockets with 220 volts at a frequency of 50 Hertz (European standards).

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FOOD

They say Portuguese people are always talking about food and they are absolutely right :) But can you blame us? Portuguese food is simply delicious! Traditional Portuguese dishes are often made from simple ingredients, based on regional produce. Although we love meat, you will find many opportunities to try the famous dried cod or bacalhau in one of its more than 1000 ways of being served but also plenty of fresh grilled fish and seafood. Portugal’s age of discovery has influenced our cuisine making it very different from the nearby Mediterranean countries. Portuguese dishes are characterised by the use of a wide variety of herbs and spices such as fresh coriander, pepper, basil, piri piri (a spicy chilli pepper), cinnamon and of course, lots of garlic. An Arab and Moorish influence is also felt in many traditional sweets where almond and figs are the stars. Vegetarian dishes are also available, and of course, don't forget to try our many cheese varieties! 

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AROUND LISBON

 > SINTRA and its many palaces immersed in a green and lush forest.  > CABO DA ROCA, the most western point in continental Europe.  > CASCAIS, a picturesque fisherman village located on Lisbon's coastline  > TAGUS ESTUARY Natural Reserve, the largest wetland in the country and one of the most important in Europe, a sanctuary for birds migrating between northern Europe and Africa.  

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