Route easy by the Lisbon Flavors
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Lisbon, the city of seven hills and the Tagus Estuary with its main attractions near the river that moves what is happening in the city. Lsl involves knowing the capital lost by its steep cobbled streets, take the tram, see the city from the Castle of St. George and eat cod in one of its bars. Portugal is no longer the little sister of Spain, but still retains corners of tradition and history far removed from European development.
Economic destination where they exist, is promoting the young tourists and a new tourist information office (Rua Jardim do Regedor, close to Bairro Alto) offer all the data to get the most from 10 am until 22 hours . It also becomes clear what the destination in affordable housing as there are hostels in Lisbon in which to stay for less than 15 euros per night. The center, Baixa and Bairro Alto is one of the areas where you can find the cheapest and sometimes have Internet, luggage and breakfast.
In this city of endless slopes should travel by public transport, the tram is undoubtedly the most picturesque and characteristic of Lisbon, but also have underground and buses. Furthermore, there is saving the Lisboa Card (14.85 €) used for 24 hours and with it, besides being able to catch all forms of transport are discounts at museums and monuments. A classic among the classics is to take tram number 28 which runs through some of the neighborhoods are essential in any visit to Lisbon.
And if you want to go out at night a taxi is an option that is very economical.
Portugal has developed in recent years and the Basque de Gama bridge, is visible proof of that. With Europe's longest extension, in contrast to the old bridge on April 25, two sides of same coin to living in this city. Also present this fusion between traditional and modern is its cuisine, which combines the raw materials of the earth and the newly created modern restaurants. Neighborhoods Lisbonese allow insight into the different perspectives from which to watch the prism of a city that is to observe it from one of its mountains. The best known is that in the neighborhood of Castle hosts the Castle of St. George, since you see each and every one of its streets bounded by the river. "
One of the most important attractions is its gastronomy Portugal in Lisbon and there are all sorts of bars and restaurants to eat in an affordable manner. Without doubt the best choice is always the traditional bar with small tables and tablecloth tables, but you can change the lunch menus because there are less than $ 10 in most innovative restaurants. Another custom is to place very Portuguese appetizers on the table with typical products such as cheese, olives or salad, and although apparently free if you eat has a surcharge on the bill.
The Bairro Alto and Baixa are the oldest neighborhoods and where extremes meet. And that, they cover the most expensive restaurants and more affordable of the city, so you need to know to choose. The Bairro Alto is that in recent years has undergone a major transformation and has become a meeting point for youngsters who enjoy a good cod dourada before going to the trendiest pubs in the city. But when they close about three and a half the party is in the docks, the hub of modern clubs.
Another very good option, very little tourism and therefore economic, it crossed over the river by the bridge April 25 for fresh fish dinner enjoying a good view of the city of seven hills lit.
The takeaway food, as its known cod croquettes or sweets of Belem, the immigrant neighborhood or the area near the bus station Rosio are some ways to eat cheap. But overall the food in Lisbon is very good and inexpensive compared to the rest of Europe.
Although undoubtedly the best time to enjoy the capital of Portugal is in June and that 12 and 13 is the feast of San Antonio. Crowded neighborhoods dressed, beer for 1 euro, freshly baked fresh sardines and parade, songs and traditional dances will delight the visitor who approaches the city.
Traditional or innovative cuisine, Lisbon offers quality products at great prices in most restaurants and bars. You can enjoy your cod, their sheep cheeses, wines of guaranteed quality parenting. And indeed, those who want to make a gastronomic route crosses Route dos Sabores many southern towns in which to taste their culinary delights.
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Economic destination where they exist, is promoting the young tourists and a new tourist information office (Rua Jardim do Regedor, close to Bairro Alto) offer all the data to get the most from 10 am until 22 hours . It also becomes clear what the destination in affordable housing as there are hostels in Lisbon in which to stay for less than 15 euros per night. The center, Baixa and Bairro Alto is one of the areas where you can find the cheapest and sometimes have Internet, luggage and breakfast.
In this city of endless slopes should travel by public transport, the tram is undoubtedly the most picturesque and characteristic of Lisbon, but also have underground and buses. Furthermore, there is saving the Lisboa Card (14.85 €) used for 24 hours and with it, besides being able to catch all forms of transport are discounts at museums and monuments. A classic among the classics is to take tram number 28 which runs through some of the neighborhoods are essential in any visit to Lisbon.
And if you want to go out at night a taxi is an option that is very economical.
Portugal has developed in recent years and the Basque de Gama bridge, is visible proof of that. With Europe's longest extension, in contrast to the old bridge on April 25, two sides of same coin to living in this city. Also present this fusion between traditional and modern is its cuisine, which combines the raw materials of the earth and the newly created modern restaurants. Neighborhoods Lisbonese allow insight into the different perspectives from which to watch the prism of a city that is to observe it from one of its mountains. The best known is that in the neighborhood of Castle hosts the Castle of St. George, since you see each and every one of its streets bounded by the river. "
One of the most important attractions is its gastronomy Portugal in Lisbon and there are all sorts of bars and restaurants to eat in an affordable manner. Without doubt the best choice is always the traditional bar with small tables and tablecloth tables, but you can change the lunch menus because there are less than $ 10 in most innovative restaurants. Another custom is to place very Portuguese appetizers on the table with typical products such as cheese, olives or salad, and although apparently free if you eat has a surcharge on the bill.
The Bairro Alto and Baixa are the oldest neighborhoods and where extremes meet. And that, they cover the most expensive restaurants and more affordable of the city, so you need to know to choose. The Bairro Alto is that in recent years has undergone a major transformation and has become a meeting point for youngsters who enjoy a good cod dourada before going to the trendiest pubs in the city. But when they close about three and a half the party is in the docks, the hub of modern clubs.
Another very good option, very little tourism and therefore economic, it crossed over the river by the bridge April 25 for fresh fish dinner enjoying a good view of the city of seven hills lit.
The takeaway food, as its known cod croquettes or sweets of Belem, the immigrant neighborhood or the area near the bus station Rosio are some ways to eat cheap. But overall the food in Lisbon is very good and inexpensive compared to the rest of Europe.
Although undoubtedly the best time to enjoy the capital of Portugal is in June and that 12 and 13 is the feast of San Antonio. Crowded neighborhoods dressed, beer for 1 euro, freshly baked fresh sardines and parade, songs and traditional dances will delight the visitor who approaches the city.
Traditional or innovative cuisine, Lisbon offers quality products at great prices in most restaurants and bars. You can enjoy your cod, their sheep cheeses, wines of guaranteed quality parenting. And indeed, those who want to make a gastronomic route crosses Route dos Sabores many southern towns in which to taste their culinary delights.
