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From the cliffs of the south banks of the Rio Tejo, just east of the Ponte 25 de Abril (that red bridge that resembles the Golden Gate Bridge), stands the Cristo Rei of Lisboa. It was a gift to Lisboa in 1959 by ex-dicator Salazar because of the pre-existing one in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It was given to the country because Portugal didn't fight in WWII. So yes, for those of you who are curious, the one in Rio was the original. The statue stands 110 m high, with most of that height belonging to the pedestal. The statue itself is merely 28 meters tall. You can pay 2.50 euros and take an elevator to the top, climb a few stairs, and stand at the top of the pedestal.
Cristo Rei is a bit of a pain to get to using public transportation, but it's worth it to see the wonderful surrounding views.
The easiest way from Cais do Sodre is to take a ferry to Cacilhas (0.65 Euros) and then catch bus 101 (0.80 Euros) up to Cristo Rei. It is a steep ride to the monument, so beware of car-sickness (for those of you who easily become motion sick like myself).
After the elevator ride to the pedestal (2.50 Euros) you arrive at Christ's feet. This is as far as you can climb up the statue. Unfortunately you can't make it up to his head or arms, unless you're crazy and want to climb him. FYI I DO NOT recommend trying this. Not only will you plummet to your death, but I don't want to be liable ;-) Leave a Comment
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 ponte Vasco da Gama by arasnosliw
You can catch of the glimpse of the bridge from various parts of the city, but head to Parque das Nacoes for a close-up. Leave a Comment Directions: crossing the Rio Tejo near Parque das Nacoes
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 Aqueduto das Águas Livres by woef
Take a picture because at Campolide you need to switch train anyway. Take the train to Rossio station (0,95 euro) .
Now you are back were you started,... in the city centre. Leave a Comment Address: Campolide
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S. Bento is one of the two main political points of Lisbon and Portugal. The other is Belem, where lives the President of the Republic. Here, in S. Bento, you have the Prime-Minister's residence (from which you can only see the walls, gate, and discreet security), and the Parliament. Open to escorted visits, it has two important references to me: Democracy, and... allow me...four of my grand uncle's best paintings (some more may be seen in Military Museum and Contemporary art Museum, at least). Leave a Comment
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If you admire modern architecture, modern gardens, modern art and modern people, Parque das Nações (Expo 98) is for you. The site of the 1998 exhibition has been reestrutured as a new neighbourhood, preserving most of the common areas and comercial services. There are several attractions in the area, with a predominance of young costumers. Leave a Comment
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 Padrao dos Descobrimentos by Bwana_Brown
Built in 1960, on the 500th anniversary of the death of Henry the Navigator, this 52 m (170 foot) high concrete structure is designed to depict the shape of an ancient sailing caraval as it heads out of Lisbon for places unknown. Arranged along each side, are limestone sculptures of 30 leading Portugese who were involved in these endeavors over the centuries. At the head of the line is Henry the Navigator, who sponsored Portugese navigation along the North African coast in the early 1400s.
There is a lot to see here, including a huge tiled map of the world on the landward side of the monument and interior rooms and elevators that allow you to get a great view of the waterfront from the top of the monument!
Please see my 'Belem' page for more details on this part of Lisbon. Leave a Comment Directions: Belem, on the waterfront
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One of the things I really like about Lisbon are its impressive bridges over the Tejo. Especially the Ponte 25 de Abril is well worth seeing.
The iron suspension bridge looks very similar to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. It is 2,3 km long and was inaugurated in 1966. Its former name was "Salzar Bridge" after the name of the dictator who had built it.
Directions:
The Ponte 25 de Abril leads from Alcantara on the northern side of the Tejo to Almada on the southern bank of the river. To get to Alcantara take tram #15 from Praca do Comercio and get off somewhere near the bridge.
Another possibilty is to take a suburban train from Cais Sodre to Alcantara. Leave a Comment
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 As seen from Cais do Sodre
port by haiamisa
1. Tram #15 to Cais do Sodre.
2. Ferry, an orange boat, to Cacilhas from Cais do Sodre ferry station. The ride cost 0.65 Euro.
3. Bus # 101 to Cristo Rei from the bus station beside the ferry terminal on the other side.0.80 Euro
4. Up 84m with elevator.2.50 Euro
5. We walked to the nearest train station. When leaving Cristo Rei, turn right on the roundabout. Continue walking down hill till you reach the main street, turn right and walk till the train station. It is about 30 min walk.
6. Train back to Lisboa. It passes on the bridge! We bought a ticket till Roma-Areeiro.2.80 Euro. You can also get off on one of the stations before.
7. Metro back to the hotel from Areeiro metro Station
See more pictures on my travelogue. Leave a Comment
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 by ptitetoile
The best way to see is a walk from Belem to Lisbon...you can see it from far and then realize how giant it is!!!! I loved this walk and this bridge and that reminded me also of good memories in San Francisco! Leave a Comment
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 National Pantheon, Lisbon by bambino36
In 1683 the reconstruction started, and was the first work of pure baroque in Portugal. But the church was far from being completed and only in 1916 was finished. This is the reason why in Portugal, everytime a work takes more time than normal, we say obras de Santa Engrácia.
Today it is the National Pantheon and houses the tombs of several Portuguese presidents, the writer Almeida Garrett and Amalia Rodrigues, the most famous Fado singer.
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Opens from Tuesday to Sunday between 10am and 5pm
Entrance is 2€ Leave a Comment Address: Campo de Santa ClaraPhone: +351 218 854 820Other Contact: panteao@ippar.pt
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