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National Tile Museum in Lisbon: Discovering the Beauty of Portugal’s Tiles

LisbonGo — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 06:58:52 +0000

Nestled in the heart of Lisbon, the National Tile Museum is one of the city’s most unique cultural treasures. Unlike many other museums in the city, this one stands out for its singularity of collection, dedicated solely to Azulejo – a decorative ceramic tile art form that has become an integral part of Portuguese culture.But […]

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Best Museums in Lisbon: Immerse Yourself in Culture

LisbonGo — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 18:08:08 +0000

Welcome to Lisbon, the vibrant capital of Portugal, a city renowned for its rich history, culture, and arts. The city boasts numerous museums that highlight its artistic and cultural heritage, providing an immersive experience for locals and visitors alike. From the world-famous National Museum of Ancient Art to the modern Gulbenkian Museum, Lisbon has something […]

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Museum of Art Lisbon: MAAT

LisbonGo — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 07:17:58 +0000

If you’re searching for an awe-inspiring museum on the shore of Lisbon, look no further than the Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology (MAAT). Designed by the renowned British architect Amanda Levete, MAAT opened its doors in 2016 and has been a must-visit destination for art and architecture enthusiasts ever since. Built next to a […]

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Palaces and Castles in Lisbon

LisbonGo — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 15:40:19 +0000

Portugal was ruled by a monarchy for around 800 years, and Lisbon housed many kings and queens during that period. Over the centuries, many Portuguese royal family palaces were built in the country. Palaces built at that time indicated the power and wealth of the ruling families. For this reason, they were built intricately and […]

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Basilica de Estrela of Lisbon

LisbonGo — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 08:51:50 +0000

Lisbon has countless breath-taking landmarks, and Basilica de Estrela is one of them. The monument that is built in the 18th century is an architectural marvel. Built as a fulfillment of religious doctrine, Basilica de Estrela is dedicated to Queen Maria I after she gave birth to a son. However, the son died before seeing […]

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Portugal’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites

LisbonGo — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 14:44:35 +0000

Portugal is home to many world heritage sites that UNESCO has announced. They all tell something about Portugal’s past. You can see the traces of the colonial and medieval periods from these historical places. There are 17 world heritage sites in Portugal. They are located in the north and center of Portugal as well as in […]

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A Guide to Belém Tower in Lisbon

LisbonGo — Thu, 09 Apr 2020 13:53:54 +0000

s a World Heritage Site selected by UNESCO since 1983, Belém Tower is a popular destination for tourists. This Lisbon tower is only around 2,5 km away from the city center. If you ask “the tower of belém guards at the mouth of what river?”, you’ll see that it’s on the northern bank of the […]

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Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon

LisbonGo — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 08:08:57 +0000

Mosteiro de Jerónimos, also known as Monastery of Jerónimos, is a very popular and much-visited destination in Lisbon. It’s one of the most famous and important monasteries in Portugal. Since 1983, it’s been under the list of UNESCO World Heritage.Jerónimos Monastery houses the tombs of certain historical figures in Portugal. These include the tomb of […]

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The Monument of Discoveries: The Padrão dos Descobrimentos

LisbonGo — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 15:36:41 +0000

Compared to the other important symbol of the Age of Discoveries, Jeronimo’s Monastery, this monument is quite new. At first, it constructed for the World Fair in 1940 but this first version with the wood and plaster structure did not survive to the day. The current version that is made of limestone was made in […]

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MUDE: Feel the Fashion & Witness the Changing Trends

LisbonGo — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 07:10:33 +0000

If you’re seeking unique cultural experiences to remember in Lisbon, there’s a lot to discover besides the more traditional attractions such as sightseeing, Fado, or food. For instance, in the heart of the historic center, just steps away from the Arco da Rua Augusta and Terreiro do Paço, stands MUDE, the Museum of Design and […]

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Museu do Fado Lisbon

LisbonGo — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 16:01:38 +0000

The Museu do Fado is one of the must-visit places in Lisbon. Other than speaking to one of the area’s most significant social heritages, it likewise has an eatery and a themed shop where you can invest some energy to get the soul of Saudade (sentimentality). Completely committed to fado and the guitar, it has […]

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National Museum of Ancient Art

LisbonGo — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 07:54:17 +0000

Housed in the 17th Century’s Rua das Janelas Verdes, the National Museum of Ancient Art provides an exact and comprehensive view of Portuguese art from between the 12th-19th centuries. Presenting as a whole, the exhibits reflect Portugal’s story in the scope of World history. Not confined to Portugal-made items, the museum also has Flemish Renaissance […]

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Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

LisbonGo — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 07:40:12 +0000

Northeast of Eduardo VII Park is the Gulbenkian Museum, one of the world’s great museums and one of Europe’s hidden gems. Part of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, it houses one of the best collections of Ancient & Classical Art in the whole continent. The museum consists of the Founder’s Collection and the Modern housed in […]

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Lisbon’s Must-See Museums

LisbonGo — Wed, 23 Oct 2019 06:41:38 +0000

Lisbon is a city with a huge history in politics, sports, art, literature, music, etc; and thus, not surprisingly, it has many amazing museums. While it is impossible to pay a visit to all of them in several days, a plan that encompasses the best ones might help. Here are some of the best museums […]

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Lisbon Castle: Castelo de Sao Jorge

LisbonGo — Thu, 31 Oct 2019 11:15:35 +0000

The Castelo de Sao Jorge (St. George Castle) is one of the most important and famous landmarks of the Portuguese capital. With its vast history, the castle offers an enchanting atmosphere to its visitors. Lived through Moors’, Romans’, Muslims’, Christians’ reigns The Castelo de Sao Jorge is a living history. This rich past of the […]

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Praça do Comércio Facts

LisbonGo — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 08:21:46 +0000

Praça do Comércio means “Trading Square” and as you might expect from the name, it is the host of many historical trading centers.Praça do Comércio’s Historical BackgroundManuel I, the ruler of Portugal, built a residence here to be away from the city walls. In time, buildings related to trade were added to this complex. This […]

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