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LISBON
Lisbon, the city of fads, feasts and frolics never seems to mind the strains of a modern lifestyle and always appears tidy and welcoming. The local climate has a lot to do with the ambience, Lisbon being one of the warmest capital cities in Europe. Sunny summers and springs seldom goes above the 30 °C mark, while the Autumns and the Winters are between 10 and 20 °C, besides being rainy and windy though not entirely.
The westernmost capital in mainland Europe is located on the coast at the juncture of the Atlantic Ocean and the river Tagus and upon the seven hills named Castelo, Graça, Monte, Penha de França, S. Pedrode Alcântara, Santa Catarina and Estrela. The city hosts the Monsanto Natural Park that’s one of the largest in Europe. Attractions in the city are many; the world-famous Lisbon Half Marathon being the most famous. Besides, Lisbon celebrates the birthday of St. Anthony of Padua every June with 5 days of popular street partying. The four-day carnival is also a major crowd-puller taking place a few days before Lent (around 24-28 Feb).
The 25th April Bridge
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The city of Lisbon offers a lot on the historical evidences - The Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga (National Museum of Ancient Art) being the most prominent one and house to varied collections of ancient and modern art. Next in kinship is the Oceanário de Lisboa (or the Lisbon Aquarium, largest in Europe) and the Museu da Farmácia (Pharmacy Museum), apart from the local opera houses like the Teatro Nacional São Carlos that opens its arms wide during the Autumn and Winter.
The time is a big factor regarding a visit to Lisbon; though the festive seasons pull the tourists by hordes, yet a proper accommodation is not a big problem within the city. Whether you prefer a luxurious suite in a star-rated hotel or maybe a limited-budget hotel, the city always provides the tourists with the right kind of accommodation. Those with a hostel or a cosy apartment for rent in mind, finding arrangements in plentiful within the city are quite easy. And lastly, cultural diversity wouldn’t be a bar in getting a proper bed-and-breakfast accommodation if you are really averse to the above options.
Tower of Belem
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National Theater
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