Redaktionens valg i Lissabon

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This collection spans Lisbon’s architectural and culinary history, from the 17th-century Monastery of São Vicente de Fora to the historic 1905 Café A Brasileira. It includes the National Pantheon, a baroque mausoleum for Portuguese figures, and the Belém National Palace, the official presidential residence. Landmark structures like the suspension 25th of April Bridge and the Monument to the Discoveries highlight the city’s maritime heritage, while the 1837 bakery Pastéis de Belém preserves the original secret recipe for Portugal's famous custard tarts.

Eurico Zimbres / CC BY-SA 3.0

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National Pantheon

Historic baroque church and national mausoleum housing tombs of important Portuguese figures. Noted for its architectural beauty and central dome.

paul Barker Hemings / CC BY-SA 2.0

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Pastéis de Belém

Historic pastry shop known for original custard tarts made from a secret recipe dating back to 1837. It specializes in traditional Portuguese desserts and regional cuisine.

Carlos Paes / Copyrighted free use

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The 25th of April Bridge

Suspension bridge connecting Lisbon and Almada over the Tagus River, serving both road and rail traffic and recognized for its distinctive design and cultural heritage status.

Lee Cannon / CC BY-SA 2.0

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Monument to the Discoveries

Monument and lookout tower commemorating Portugal's Age of Discoveries, featuring sculptures of notable explorers and panoramic views of the city and river.

Cat / CC BY 2.0

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Belém National Palace

Historic baroque and mannerist palace that serves as the official residence of the Portuguese president and houses a museum reflecting Portugal's royal heritage.