Archive for the 'Lisbon's lovely light' Category

Lisbon people: Viviane Durieu’s (Belgian) favorite places

Viviane Durieu is creator of ‘A Travessa’, one of Lisbons best restaurants, set in a 17th-century convent, with a picturesque courty yard.

“When I arrived in Lisbon in December 1969, two days before Christmas, I thought the climate and the light were fantastic. Especially because I had arrived from Belgium where it’s cloudy for nine […]

July 12th, 2008 | Posted in Architecture, Belém, History, Lisbon people, Lisbon's lovely light, Maps, Quality Restaurant, Restaurants, favorite places | No Comments

Breathtaking views: ferry from Lisbon to Cacilhas, lunch & Cristo Rei statue

Take the ferry from Lisbons’ Cais do Sodré (every 10 minutes) to Cacilhas at the other side of the river Tagus. A boat trip is always fun! (Returnticket 1,20 euro)

Cais do Sodré, boat to Cacilhas (near the railway station)
Cacilhas is a picturesque neighbourhood in the banks of the river best known by its Cervejarias (traditional beer […]

July 10th, 2008 | Posted in Breathtaking views, Cristo Rei statue, Ferry river Tejo, Fish, Food, History, Lisbon's lovely light, Maps, Restaurants, Seafood, Tejo river, Terrace, Walking around | 1 Comment