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Lisbon Entertainment

Lisbon Cinema


Cineateca Portguesa/Museu de Cinema
Rua Barata Salgueiro 39, Marques de Pombal (21 359 6262).

King
Avenida Frei Miguel Contreiras 52A, Avenida de Roma (21 848 0808).

Twin Towers
Galerias Twin Towers, Rua de Campolide 351C (21 724 231).

Lisbon Theatres
Teatro Nacional de Sao Carlos
Rua Serpa Pinto 9 (21 325 3000).

Lisbon , the seven hills city, is the heart of Portugal , palpitating in the busy day time and in the lively nights.

One thousand years of History have left its marks almost everywhere, especially the period concerning the Portuguese overseas expansion that made Lisbon the richest and most flourishing city in Europe at the time.

Bathed by the Tagus River and blessed with a marvellous sunlight, this city is one of the most beautiful entrances to Europe . So please, be welcome to come in:



Cinemas



Cinema São Jorge

Inaugurated in 1950, this cinema earned an important architectural prize in 1951 for its technological innovations. It receives the main Lisbon movie festivals.

Av. da Liberdade, 175




Most Lisbon movie theatres are situated inside large shopping centres and show the mainstream Hollywood productions. Take for instance:



Cinemas Colombo

Av. Lusíada



Cinemas Millenium Alvaláxia

Rua Professor Fernando da Fonseca - Estádio de Alvalade XXI



Cinemas Saldanha Residence

Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo, 42





Theatres



Teatro Nacional de São Carlos

This is one of the most beautiful opera houses in Europe . Built in the 18 th century, similarly to La Scala in Milan and San Carlos in Naples , it holds a splendid interior.

R. Serpa Pinto, 9


Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II

This classical style theatre was inaugurated in 1846. A fire obliged it to be rebuilt in 1964. It owns a lovely library and presents a large number of plays all the year round. It is situated in Lisbon down-town.

Pç. D. Pedro IV







Fundation Calouste Gulbenkia

The foundation Calouste Gulbenkian modern building is surrounded by a lovely garden where you can relax. Inside it guards permanent and temporary expositions and presents a lot of cultural events.

Avenida de Berna 45





Nightlife



Bairro Alto is a colourful neighbourhood where different generations come to spend a lively night out. It is full of restaurants and bars everywhere.



Lisbon has also some other night clubs worth to visit:



Kapital

This is one of the largest clubs in Europe . That's the place of election for the famous, especially football players.

Avenida 24 Julho





Kings & Queens

This is a gay club with very nice disco music.

Avenida 24 Julho







Lisbon, Portugal is a modern, cosmopolitan city, but its exotic architecture and eclectic mix of cultures make visiting Lisbon like stepping into another world. Full of narrow, cobbled streets and quaint neighborhoods, Lisbon is a truly unique city unlike its European neighbors.

Lisbon has a long history centered around trade and exploration. Built on a series of seven rolling hills, Lisbon's dramatic cityscape holds a commanding presence against the River Tagus, upon which it sits. Spires, domes, and red rooftops punctuate the horizon. One might associate Lisbon with the Mediterranean, but it is actually located on the Atlantic Ocean, so its weather can be unpredictable. Spring and autumn can be particularly windy and rainy.

Lisbon's many historic buildings and monuments reflect a diverse mix of architectural styles: Roman, Moorish, Gothic, and others. One of Lisbon's most iconic landmarks, and a fine display of its architectural grandeur, is the Belém Tower. The intricate Gothic design of this imposing fortification is a striking image that seems to float on the water. The Belém Tower was built in the 16 th century to commemorate the voyage of Vasco da Gama and is, along with the nearby Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Castle of St. George is another of Lisbon's major attractions. The castle has presided over the city from its location on Lisbon's highest hill since at least the second century B.C.

Walking around Lisbon's many neighborhoods is one of the best ways to experience the charm and character of this exciting city. The Alfama is Lisbon's oldest district and is full of narrow, sloping streets, traditional houses, small squares, picturesque cathedrals, outdoor cafés, and fado houses. Nothing quite captures the spirit of Lisbon like the Alfama district. Other neighborhoods worth exploring include Downtown (Baixa) and Chiado, Lisbon's elegant shopping district.

Lisbon has a vibrant cultural identity. Museums and art galleries abound, but its musical traditions are perhaps what make Lisbon so special. An evening of fado music is a quintessential Lisbon experience. Fado is a classic Portuguese musical genre that began around the 1820s. Fado is a melancholy style of music featuring a singer and a guitar player and often revolves around themes of poverty and life at sea. There are several fado houses scattered throughout Lisbon where visitors can experience this unique Portuguese tradition.

Most of Lisbon's main attractions are within walking distance of each other, but the city is also equipped with a metro, buses, street cars (electricos), and funiculars.

Portugal is a member of the European Union. The official currency is the Euro.