The capital of Portugal since its conquest from the Moors in 1147, Lisbon is a legendary city with over 20 centuries of history.
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Lisbon, Portugals bright capital spreads along the north bank of the River Tagus, where it meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Like most other capitals in Europe, Lisbon has its own individual character influenced and moulded by its own history and its inhabitants. Lisbon's Praca do Comercio Square is its main meeting area.
The Alfama is one of the oldest quarters in Lisbon, since it largely survived the earthquake of 1755, the area still retains much of its original layout.
Adjacent to the Alfama are the likewise old quarters of Castelo and Mouraria, on the western and northern slopes of the hill that is crowned by St. George's Castle. Every year in June, the streets of all three quarters come alive with the feasts in honour of the popular saints.
The Graca quarter and the churches of Sao Vicente de Fora and Santa Engracia are within walking distance of this area. Radiant skies brighten the monumental city, with its typical tile covered building facades and narrow Medieval streets, where one can hear the fado being played and sung at night.
