By Suellen Tomkins - Wild Heart Gypsy SpiritPosted on

Lisbon is a city of vibrant colour and colour, heavily influenced by Art Nouveau style architecture. A perfect place to rest and explore after sailing down the Atlantic Coast.

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The Hill Tram Tour – used by locals and tourists alike
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At the end of the Hills Tram, this band was entertaining the passersby
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Art Nouveau style shop fronts are common and beautiful. This is a jewellery store founded in the late 1920’s whos facade features the Portuguese coat of arms
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We sat and watch this busker suspended in mid-air for ages
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Buildings full of colour
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In the Bairro Alto district, this Theatre was built in the mid 19th century
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If Portuguese tarts take your fancy, then Pasteis de Belem is the place to go but be prepared for the queue
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There’s a certain grittiness of the buildings in some areas that made this town intriguing

 

 

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