Facts about Lisbon

Have you ever thought if you know short but key facts about the city or destination you visit? If not, then let’s correct that. I will introduce you some interesting and funny facts about one of the most scenic and historical travel destinations of the world called Lisbon. You will understand Portuguese people better, will discover many new features of Lisbon and will get the main information about the city before visiting it. In general it is the best thing to know about a country which you are  going to visit because sometimes we face various problems because our imagination about the people, about the county doesn’t suit the reality. Avoid this and you will love all the places you visit because if you accept the thing in its real form, you will not expect much. I want to ensure you that Lisbon will be out of your imagination in a good way of course : ) .

• The country of Portugal the capital of which Lisbon is was founded in 1152.
• The religion is Roman Catholic/ the 94% of the population/
• Lisbon was built on seven neighboring hills.
• According to various estimates, Lisbon is four centuries older than Rome.
• The typical Lisbon tram is originally American.
• The majority of the streets are colored black and white.
• Here is situated the Eiffel brother: Santa Justa which is the icon of the city.
• The longest bridge of Europe is situated in Lisbon and the length is 17 kilometers.
• One of the most scaring earthquakes from the European history happened in Lisbon in 1755, 1^st of November.
• It is said the main river of Lisbon called Tagus is so large that all the warships of the world can be included here.
• Lisbon is also a home to Roman Underworld with chambers, rooms, bridges and corridors. The doors are not open for the public and you can enter there only two days during a year.
• One of the most visited attractions of Europe called Torre de Belem is situated in Lisbon and is the cultural and historical treasure of the city.

• Lisbon is one of the hottest capital cities of the world. During the whole year it’s being registered approximately 3300 hours of sunshine and 100 days of rain.
• Though Portugal as a country was established in 12^th century, the origins of Lisbon are much more older. It is said that Lisbon was established in VIII BC.
• The city has its own music and the traditional musical style of Lisbon is called fado which is popular both in the city and in Europe as well.
• The tourists call Lisbon “white city with red roofs” .
• The city of Lisbon is located only 15 kilometers away from the Atlantic Ocean.
• The most popular monastery of Lisbon named Hieronymus was constructed to the honor of Virgin Maria in order to be thankful for that she helped Vasco Da Gama to organize his trip to India.
• One of the main icons of the city the statue of Jesus has 28 meters height and is situated over 85 meters high from Tagus River. It was built to be grateful for that due to his help Portugal didn’t take part in the Second World War.
• Lisbon is situated in District of Lisbon, in the region of Lisbon.
• Currency is EURO.
• It’s strange but fact: only 10 million people live in Portugal but the language is the 6^th in the world.
• According to the legend, Lisbon was established but the Greek hero Odysseus.
• It’s not strange to see Afro-American in the restaurant or cafe offering you buy sunglasses or hat.
• Lisbon has been the part of Roman Empire.
• Lisbon is the largest city of the country and the main seaport.
• Only 570.000 people live in Lisbon.
• The city id very compact so you can visit all the important and popular attractions during a week.
• The main street of the city is Avenida de Liberdade or simply Avenida.
• The oldest district of Lisbon is Alfama where is situated the popular castle of St. George.
• One of the worth visiting places of Lisbon is the  Oceanarium.
• The biggest shopping center of Lisbon are Colegio Militar and Estacao Oriente.
• The shops in Lisbon work from 9:00 to 13:00 and from 15:00 to 19:00. On Saturdays till 13:00.
• In all Portuguese shopping centers no meter furniture or food, the prices are higher than in other cities of Europe.
• Be careful in Lisbon, because you will not manage even to turn and your bag is not with your any more.
• Lisbon has one of the most vibrant nightlife throughout Europe.

Lisbon is a real fairytale with lots of fun, people here are very hospitable and care mush about their lively city. Year by year the Portuguese miracle continues to grow and embellishes with endless parks and gardens perfect to hide from the hot sunshine of the city, it is also a home to many world-class galleries and museums where you can find many masterpieces from different centuries made by the greatest artists and sculptures of the world. I would like to mention that if you go to Lisbon plan at least a week to get over the city and really enjoy your stay.

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