Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, is defined by its location on the Atlantic coast. Built on seven hills, Lisbon has as much a dramatic feel to it as a nostalgic flair.
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But there are also modernist gems among the old splendour, like the Praça do Comércio (“Commerce Square”) and the quirky pedestrian elevator Santa Justa. The Garo do Oriente is a fascinating train station, designed by Santiago Calatrava, and the Vasco da Gama Bridge of 1998 is one of the longest bridges in Europe (17.2 km). Another must-do is a ride with Lisbon’s funiculars, which typically navigate steep, winding streets.
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