Why Lisbon?
Lisbon, the city of seven hills
The legend has it that Lisbon was named Olissipo by the Romans, for its resemblance to the Roman capital. Just like Rome, Lisbon began its life as a humble settlement nestled among seven hills. However, it wasn't until the 17th century, in the writing of Frey Nicolao d'Oliveira, that Lisbon came to be called 'a cidade das sete colinas' - the city of seven hills.
You can still see traces of ancient Lisbon today. Beyond the array of shops with international brands, peaceful streetside cafes selling the iconic pastel de nata and world class restaurants with a variety of global cuisine, you can still wander the seven hills and see the city from above, taking in the rolling terracotta rooftops, the whitewashed walls and on the horizon, the soft blue sea.
SPOTS
My favorite spots in Lisbon
Carcavelos Beach
A lively all-day spot with a lot of surfschools, surf shops and cafรฉs to hangout with your friends or by yourself.
Address:
Carcavelos - Cascais
What I like about it
The waves are great, specially in the winter. The summer brings out a lot of events and good entertainment.
Expo
Everyone's favorite place for concerts, hangouts and conventions.
Address:
Parque das Naรงรตes
What I like about it
Plenty of space and amazing photography spots.
Guincho
Very windy, but a great spot for waves with less crowd in the water. A known surfing place with plenty cafรฉs and restaurants.
Address:
Guincho, Cascais
What I like about it
The surf crowd is friendlier and the waves are definitely worth the longer drive there.