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Today we share with you the Lisbon video made by the Spanish travel documentary filmmaker Ruben Alonso.
He walks through Chiado to Santa Justa elevator, takes a tram to Alfama district and finish in Santa MarĂa de Belem. In the middle he gets energy by eating a wonderful typical plate of cod, and some Pasteis de Belem.
A travelers beautiful video about some of the best spots and landmarks of Lisbon.
The first Lisbon neighborhood we present is Alfama, the oldest one is Lisbon, located near the Castle. Its name comes from the Arab al-hamma (ۧÙŰÙ ÙŰ©), which means fountains or baths. From the beginning existed here natural water springs which were piped to fountains, and that gave Alfama its name.
You’ll be able to have magnificent views over Alfama, from spots like Portas do Sol and Santa Luzia.
Alfama is one of Lisbon’s most visited areas, and is most known for its typical Portuguese restaurants, and Fado Houses. Also, in June Lisbon celebrates the “Santos Populares“, one week celebrating Santo AntĂłnio (Lisbon’s Saint), with lots of eating, drinking, singing and dancing in the streets, and Alfama is one of the Top Spots of this fests.
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CHIADO
Coming down from miradouro SĂŁo Pedro all the way will lead you to Largo de CamĂ”es, and turning left, you have the Chiado area, which is the most trendy  and typical shopping area in this historic part of Lisbon. Explore it – it’s a beautiful walk – and you will find the perfect gifts from your Lisbon trip.
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Great video from Brian Cox that tries to sum up some of the best spots to experience in Lisbon, and explaining why are they so special.
Started in 1795, the Ajuda National Palace was the official residence of the Portuguese royal family since the reign of King LuĂs I (1861) until the end of the monarchy in 1910. Today is the only palace opened in Lisbon which preserves the layout and decor of the rooms, so you can taste a bit of the XIX century. With an exceptional view over the Tagus river, and with a wide range of centuries represented (XV to XX), its peaces are mainly from the XVIII and XIX centuries where jewelry, textiles, furniture, glass and ceramics, as well as collections of painting, printmaking, sculpture and photography, articulate harmoniously, creating an unforgettable environment.
OPEN:Â 10h00-17h30. Closed: Wednesdays, January 1st, Easter Sunday, May 1st, and December 25th
WHERE: Largo da Ajuda  â Map
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“A Severa” is a great restaurant where you can have a nice dinner while experiencing a concert of Fado, the Portuguese most typical form of music (declared World Heritage by UNESCO).
This LisbonÂŽs restaurant is its oldest fado house (open since 1955), and it’s still owned by the original family (3rd generation). All of the best “fadistas” (fado singers) choose this house for most of their performances.
OPEN: Every day except Wednesdays, until 3:00 am
RESERVATIONS: Mandatory –Â 213 428 314 | 213 461 204
AVERAGE PRICE: 50,00âŹ
RESTAURANT TYPE:Â Portuguese – Fado House
WHERE: Rua Das GĂĄveas, 51 a 61 â See it on Google Maps
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The EDP Foundation Center for Art and Technology will be a new cultural space in Lisbon, as big as the major European cities have, with a contemporary and international programming.
The new building, signed by the British architect Amanda Levete, uses an organic architecture that provides a fluid and natural relationship between the city and the river.
The new Arts Center will have exhibit rooms, educational services, an auditorium, a restaurant, and spaces for permanent exhibitions.
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The artists of Largo dos Trigueiros are joining with other artists and presenting the 2nd edition of the Trigueiros Market with live music and homemade cooking, to taste with sangria and wine.
The Trigueiros Market , just 5 minutes from Figueira Square in the path of the Castle, is a creative market with handicrafts, contemporary art and design, where the artists will be there to greet you.
Go there, do some shopping and get to know one of the most beautiful squares in Lisbon.
WHEN: Saturday, December 7
HOURS: from 10h to 19h
WHERE: Largo dos Trigueiros – Map
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“Circus of Light” is the name of the new video mapping show that is now being projected at Praça do ComĂ©rio.
Everyday between the 14th and the 25th of December you’ll be able to enjoy a magnificent show about the vintage, burlesque and festive world of circus arts!
TICKETS: Free
WHERE: Terreiro do Paço
HOURS:Â 18h00, 19h00, 20h00 and 21h00
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