Lisbon to Seven Hills is one of the most fascinating tours in Europe. Lisbon is the capital city of Portugal. In spite of the hilly and uneven topography, the well-planed city provides opportunities for hassle free and enjoyable tours. Lisbon is also known as the 'town of Seven Hills' because of its geographical location. The city is built upon seven hills along the bank of River Tagus.
The river Tagus is considered to be the life of the city. It had been the major source of life in Lisbon, since decades. The shores of the Atlantic Ocean form excellent beaches for water sports activities indulging the sea side tourism in Lisbon. The tours in Lisbon are organized in the pleasant and unpolluted climate. The predominating site of Lisbon is the 1938 Castelo de São Jorge or St. George's Castle, located in the ancient Moorish quarter or Alfama. The spectacular view of the city from the hill top castle is a must see for the tourists. A tour to the Alfama region to witness its architectural buildings is worthwhile. This old part of Lisbon features narrow, winding streets with plenty of attractions at every turn.
Rossio is the heart of Lisbon, this beautiful vicinity not only houses several important offices and business complexes but the region also features monuments, fountains and heritage buildings. Praca do Comercio
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is also a great touring place in Lisbon featuring massive, arcaded buildings, governmental administrative offices and some restaurants. It had once been the main maritime entrance to Lisbon. Visitors touring the Seven Hills should not miss the Rua Augusta lying in the north of the Praca do Comercio. It is an impressive 19th-century triumphal arch with plentiful shopping areas in downtown Lisbon.
Tours to the Seven Hills remains incomplete without some of the other destinations of Lisbon such as the Chiado, which is a leading shopping and entertainment area of the city. Most of the hotels, theaters, museums, restaurants, bookshops and fashion houses are found in this locality of Lisbon. Belem is known for the Belém Tower, which was built to guard the Lisbon port. The region of Jeronimos has some of the finest monuments. It is particularly famous for the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos monastery, built during the16th century. Azulejos and Bairro Alto are some other important places of Lisbon.
Funicular and Tram is the best way to travel around this hilly city. Since the roads are very steep and hardy to walk for long hours, the best way travel in Lisbon is through the efficient bus and tram services of the city. Lisbon to Seven Hills is surely one of the most memorable tours in Portugal.
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