Lisbon
Lisbon, officially Lisboa, is the capital and largest city of Portugal, situated on the north bank of the Tagus River where it meets the Atlantic Ocean. The city covers a hilly area of central western Portugal and is known for its views, neighborhoods, and waterfronts. The municipality has about 500,000 residents, while the Lisbon metropolitan area is home to around 2.8 million people.
Lisbon's history stretches back to ancient times. It was founded as Olissipo by the Phoenicians, later occupied
The city’s urban core—Baixa, Chiado and Alfama—was rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake with the Marques de Pombal's
Major sights include the Castelo de São Jorge, the Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, the Alfama and Bairro