Lisbon is one of the oldest cities in the world, and the oldest city in Western Europe, predating other modern European capitals such as London, Paris and Rome by hundreds of years.
Julius Caesar made it a municipium called Felicitas Julia, adding to the name Olissipo. Ruled by a series of Germanic tribes from the 5th century, it was captured by the Moors in the 8th century.
In 1147, the Crusaders under Afonso Henriques reconquered the city and since then it has been a major political, economic and cultural centre of Portugal.
Unlike most capital cities, Lisbon’s status as the capital of Portugal has never been granted or confirmed officially – by statute or in written form. Its position as the capital has formed through constitutional convention, making its position as de facto capital a part of the Constitution of Portugal.
We began our journey to this beautiful place on an overnight train from Madrid…
Filled with charm and old world experiences…
A Marvelous Multi-Course Meal…
Marvelous Views zipping by………We had a Private Cabin with Full Bath
……and there she is, Lisboa, waiting for us to explore her beauty…..
We stayed in the Hotel Ibis (our fav European chain), just steps from the center of all the action…
Lisboa……….filled with Charm……
Glorious Art……….
Unique Inventions……….an Elevator in the Street to take you to the Higher Neighborhoods……
Wherever you turn, Beauty ……….. The Castle of St. George, always watching over you….
If you want to read more about this Beautiful Place………..CLICK HERE
The Streets filled with Delightful Cafes…..
Who could resist these delights…………..certainly not I……..everyday, my favorite place for coffee and a goodie!!
The Beauty of Lisboa is only outdone by the Kindness of Her People…
We, of course visited The Tower of Belem….CLICK HERE…
What Wonders You can find in the Streets…….
How we loved our time in Beautiful Lisboa…….and look forward to our return someday….
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