More about Lisbon, Portugal Points of Interest

• Belem Tower -

  The unique four-story Belem Tower fortress sits directly on the banks of the Tagus, and was built in the 16th century to defend the harbor. Originally a lighthouse, it was also used as a prison.

• Jeronimos Monastery -

  The breathtaking 16th-century Jeronimos Monastery was declared a World Heritage Site in 1983, and is considered to be Lisbon's finest landmark. It boasts two-story cloisters and ornate arches.

• Monument to the Discoveries -

  Situated on the banks of the Tagus, the modern Monument to the Discoveries is shaped like the prow of a sailing ship. It commemorates Portugal's great seafarers, including Vasco de Gama.

• Alfama Quarter -

  The Alfama Quarter, the oldest part of Lisbon, survived the devastating earthquake of 1755 and features narrow streets, stunning Moorish architecture, and many cafes and restaurants.

• Maritime Museum -

  Located in a building at the Jeronimos Monastery, the museum focuses on Portugal's pioneering role in sea exploration. It features original maps, models and nautical instruments from the Middle Ages.

• Baixa -

  The city's central buisness district.

• Cascais & Sintra -

  Set in the Bay of Cascais, this delightful fishing village, is a popular beach resort boasting stunning, ocean views plus a fascinating mix of early 20th-century homes, and modern buildings. One of Portugal's oldest cities, charming Sintra is home to an 8th-century Moorish fortress, palaces, and many imposing manor houses and castles that once belonged to feudal lords and monarchs.

• Our Lady of Fátima Basilica -

  The Our Lady of Fátima Basilica marks the site where the Virgin miraculously appeared to three shepherds in 1917 年 5 月. To this day, the faithful continue to visit to pray and seek miraculous cures.