Monday, November 29, 2010

Touring Around with Lisbon City Breaks

By Harvin Gulfill


See places by going on to Lisbon city breaks! Lisbon is the capital of Portugal is known to be quite beautiful and very charming. Here you can find the city break you always wished for.

Go off in to a cultural trip here in the city of Lisbon. The interesting landscape, the stunning art and architecture will not cease to amaze you. Lisbon gives you the feel of an old and beautiful city, a fortress in its own way.

There are many delights I this city. You will find unparalleled panoramic views that look beautiful during the day and in the night. One of the views you must not miss in that of the Vasco da Gama Bridge. As Europe's longest bridge, it gives tourists the impression of connecting in to the clouds. It stretches for along 11 miles into the sea. You can view the city of Lisbon atop the Cristo Rei and see the whole city. You will also get to view the 25 de Abril bridge which just looks like London's famous bridge.

You can always travel easy on Lisbon's excellent transportation system. The bus rides, trams and railway systems allow you to reach far points of the city. The distinctive yellow trams are one of Lisbon's tourist icons so be sure you get to ride on them as well.

The architectural designs of Lisbon are a must see in the world. Even the architectural lay-out of the city can be appreciated when you are at sea. It has a combination of Romanesque, Gothic, Manueline, Baroque, Traditional Portuguese, Modern and Post-Modern constructions that will not cease to amaze you.

This city is also very rich in the arts. It has several opera houses and museums for those with the fine tastes and also holds one of the world's largest pop-rock festivals.

You will also enjoy shopping and dining in this great city. No doubt, Lisbon city breaks will give you the vacation you always wanted.




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