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| The historical quarters of Lisboa are
generally in the city centre. Some still retain the old
structures of Muslim and medieval origin, with courtyards
where people usually get together. The typical features
of these quarters are old houses, narrow streets, wrought-iron
balconies, tiled façades and a friendly, welcoming
atmosphere. The best and most pleasant way to visit these
quarters is by "eléctrico" (tram). And be sure
not to miss a stroll by the River Tagus and lunch at the
Santo Amaro docks. Alfama, Castelo and Mouraria The Alfama is one of the oldest quarters in Lisboa. Since it largely survived the earthquake of 1755, the area still retains much of its original layout. Adjacent to the Alfama are the likewise old quarters of Castelo and Mouraria, on the western and northern slopes of the hill that is crowned by St. George's Castle. Every year in June, the streets of all three quarters come alive with the feasts in honour of the popular saints. The Graça quarter and the churches of São Vicente de Fora and Santa Engrácia are within walking distance of this area. Bairro Alto, Chiado and Bica Laid out in the 16th century, the Bairro Alto (literally "high quarter") is one of the most picturesque quarters in the city. Its architecture, traditional shops, restaurants, bars and design and fashion stores give it a unique flair. It is also a popular meeting place for all nightlife lovers. The Chiado is an elegant shopping district. At the end of the 19th century, it became a fashionable meeting place for intellectuals such as Fernando Pessoa, Almada Negreiros and Eça de Queiroz. Their most famous haunt was the café "A Brasileira", which is still today favoured by the city's art students. The Bica quarter lies adjacent to the Bairro Alto and Chiado. In addition to its typical streets and houses, it is particularly renowned for its funicular lift, the Ascensor da Bica, built in 1892. Baixa/Rua Augusta One of Lisboa's busiest quarters. Many commuters who cross the Tagus pass through here every day on their way to work. It is also one of the city's biggest traditional shopping districts. Almost completely destroyed by the earthquake of 1755, the quarter was rebuilt by Marquês de Pombal, thus earning the name of "Baixa Pombalina". The original uniform, rectilinear architecture is still evident today. The names of the streets parallel to Rua Augusta still allude to the traders and craftsmen based in the area since the Age of the Discoveries. Belém Belém is linked to Portugal's Golden Age of Discoveries as the site where the famous navigators set sail to discover the world. Today it is a spacious green suburb with many gardens, parks and monuments that are well worth a visit. Amongst Belém's attractions are the Jerónimos Monastery, the Monument to the Discoveries, the Torre de Belém, the Belém Cultural Centre and Rua Vieira Portuense. *** Alto da Serafina In the Serafina Recreational Park, with views over the northern zone of the city. [ + ] Parque Florestal de Monsanto. 24 Graça Panoramic views over the rooftops of the Mouraria and Baixa quarters to St. George's Castle and the ruins of the Carmo Convent. Largo da Graça. 28 Elevador de Santa Justa Built 1902, views over the Baixa and the St. George's Castle area. [ + ] Rua de Santa Justa Baixa-Chiado / Rossio Penha de França Next to the church of the same name. Largo da Penha de França. 107 Portas do Sol Santa Luzia Views over the Alfama and the Tagus estuary and south bank. Largo das Portas do Sol e de Sta. Luzia 37 28 Santa Catarina Views over the river to the Christ the King monument and the 25 de Abril bridge. Alto de Santa Catarina. Bica 28 São Pedro de Alcântara Views over the Bairro Alto, Av. da Liberdade, Baixa and St George's Castle hill. Rua S. Pedro de Alcântara 58, 100 24 Glória Senhora do Monte For views over the Tagus estuary and the Mouraria quarter. R. da Senhora do Monte à Graça. 28 Eduardo VII Park and Estufa Fria Spacious formal gardens, top of Av. da Liberdade. Estufa Fria (unheated greenhouse) has profusion of plants set among streams and paths. [ + ] Parque Eduardo VII 21 388 22 78 9 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. from Oct. to Mar. 9 a,m. - 5.30 p.m. from Apr. to Sept. 1,2, 12, 20, 22, 31, 38, 41, 46, 49 Marquês Pombal, Parque, S. Sebastião Jardim Botânico da Ajuda These 18th century botanical gardens are considered to be the first in Portugal. They were created to receive plants from the lands where the Portuguese navigators went to. The area is covered with hedges, trees over one hundred years old and a garden with aromatic plants. Calçada da Ajuda 21 362 25 03 - 21 363 81 61 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Wed. Guided tours for groups must be booked in advance. 14, 27, 29, 73 18 Jardim da Estrela Largo da Estrela from 7h00 to 24h00 9, 20, 22, 27, 38 25, 28 Jardim da Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian Avenida de Berna 21 793 51 31 from 8h00 to 20h00 16, 26, 56, 31, 41, 46 Praça de Espanha ou S. Sebastião Tapada das Necessidades Calçada das Necessidades, Alcântara from 9h00 to 18h00. Closed weekends and holydays 13 Parque Ecológico [ + ] 21 774 32 24/5/6 from 09h30 to 17h00, tuesday to saturday; from 12h00 to 17h00, sundays and holydays. Closed mondays. 11 (and 1 km by feet) Jardim-Museu Agrícola Tropical Calçada do Galvão 21 363 70 23 - 21 362 02 10 from 10h00 to 17h00. Closed Mondays and holydays. 14, 29, 43, 49 15 Jardim Botânico da Faculdade de Ciências de Lisboa R. da Escola Politécnica 21 392 18 00 from 9h00 to 19h00 58, 100 Rato |