Portugal, one of the oldest nations in Europe and name of Portugal derives from the Roman name Portus Cale which means fond bay~~Let start the historical travel in Portugal today!!!
Belem
Standing at the entrance to Lisbon Harbour, the Monastery of the Hieronymites – construction of which began in 1502 – exemplifies Portuguese art at its best.
Lisbon's icon; a symbol of the Age of Discovery
One of the WORLD HERITAGE MONUMENT
Standing here make you feel like you are back to the past
The nearby Tower of Belém, built to commemorate Vasco da Gama's expedition, is a reminder of the great maritime discoveries that laid the foundations of the modern world.
You can visit Belem tower om 10.00a.m to 5p.m during October until April and 10a.m to 6.30p.m betwee May to September, and it was closed every monday. The entry fee for it just 5 euros or get free with Lisboa card~~~
Jeronimos Monastery
Take tram 15 west along the Rio Tejo (Tagus River), and you reach the historic neighborhood of Belém. Its prime attraction is the grand Mosteiro dos Jeronimos.
The monastery cost an equivalent of 70 kg of gold each year during the construction, a good deal of which was financed through the spice trade.
It is a prime example of what is called Manueline architecture, with inspiration brought back from the explorations, as well as being influenced by the Gothic and Renaissance periods. Construction started in 1501, and took 70 years to complete.
Fado Bars in Alfama
There is probably no better suited place to experience the nostalgia of FADO than Alfama, the oldest district of Lisbon. Buy some souvenirs to your hometown too!!! There are many stalls on roadside.
Alfama is Lisbon's most emblematic quarter and one of the most rewarding for walkers and photographers thanks to its medieval alleys and outstanding views. Here have plenty of beautiful and featured hotel, overnight at here to enjoy the night view of Alfama
Furthermore there have Fado show are available on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Castle of Saint George
Saint George's Castle can be seen from almost everywhere in the city. Its oldest parts date from the 6th century.
It was fortified by the Romans, Visigoths, and eventually the Moors. It served as a Moorish royal residence until Portugal's first king Afonso Henriques captured it in 1147 with the help of northern European crusaders on their way to the Holy Land.
It was then dedicated to St. George, the patron saint of England, commemorating the Anglo-Portuguese pact dating from 1371, and became the royal palace until another one (that was destroyed in the Great Earthquake) was built in today's Comercio Square.
Castle of Saint George
Saint George's Castle can be seen from almost everywhere in the city. Its oldest parts date from the 6th century.
It was fortified by the Romans, Visigoths, and eventually the Moors. It served as a Moorish royal residence until Portugal's first king Afonso Henriques captured it in 1147 with the help of northern European crusaders on their way to the Holy Land.
It was then dedicated to St. George, the patron saint of England, commemorating the Anglo-Portuguese pact dating from 1371, and became the royal palace until another one (that was destroyed in the Great Earthquake) was built in today's Comercio Square.
National Palace of Pena
Palácio Nacional da Pena is quite a sight to behold, turrets and balconies were painted in every color of the rainbow.
Paths wind through the greenery to scenic viewpoints like the High Cross and the Queen’s Throne, which gives a lovely view of the palace.
You can get there by train ride from Rossio Station in Central Lisbon about 40 minutes and costed 1.95 euro for one-way-ticket. It is worth!!! because you will miss the princes inside the palace^^
Tipsss
*GET THE LISBOA CARD FIRST TO ENJOY FREE OR DISCOUNT ENTRANCE FOR SOME MAJOR MUSEUMS, SIGHTS, AND TOUR*
IF YOU WISH TO HAVE HISTORICAL TRAVEL, PORTUGAL CAN BE ONE OF YOUR CHOICE~~~
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