1. History

PORTUGAL

For over 3,100 years, Greek, Roman, Germanic, Celtic, Carthaginian, and other civilizations impacted Portugal. The country’s name stems from the Roman phrase, Portus Cale, meaning “beautiful port.” During the 15th and 16th centuries, Portugal was a major world power with an empire extending from Brazil to the Indies.

Resembling San Francisco with clanging cable cars and an orangey high-rise bridge, Lisbon (Lisboa) is alluring. An ancient monastery, beautifully tiled buildings, and sculpture of Vasco de Gama, Henri the Navigator, and the nation’s other renown early explorers further distinguish Portugal’s capital along the Tagus River.

Interspersed along the downtown plaza are unique cow sculptures, designed and painted by different artists. Money for these sculptures is donated to poor people throughout Europe.

Locally prepared custard tarts and succulent fruits entice a hungry tourist. Enhancing many Portuguese dishes is home grown olive oil.

Besides Lisbon, I visited Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point in Europe, lovely Sintra, and the Alentejo (Olive Oil Route). This is a sweet little nation. I promised one of my guides that I would return if she would come to America.

For more information:

Icep Portugal - Portuguese Trade and Tourist Office
590 Fifth Avenue, 4th. Floor
NEW YORK NY 10036-4702
Order brochures: http://www.orderportugal.com
http://www.visitportugal.com - Tel. (646) 723 0213
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Sculpture of Portugal's Early Explorers

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  • The largest structure in Lisbon is a defunct monastery. Behind it is an elongated building designed to unravel ships' lines.
  • This sculpture facing Lisbon's waterfront consists of Portugal's distinguished early explorers with Henri the Navigator at the head.
  • Close-up of Lisbon Explorers' Sculpture
  • Sculpture of Portugal's Early Explorers
  • Sculpture - Portugal's Early Explorers
  • This world map, located in Lisbon, is a gift from South Africa to Portugal.
  • Lisbon's Harbor
  • Visitors gather at Lisbon's waterfront to see the bridge. resembling San Francisco's Golden Gate, and the Cross in the right background.
  • BELEM TOWER in Lisbon
  • A COW PARADE artist's creation designed to raise money for European charities.<br />
This item is displayed on Lisbon's plaza.
  • COW PARADE 2 in Lisbon
  • COW PARADE 3 in Lisbon
  • THE CATHEDRAL in Lisbon
  • Resembling San Francisco, Lisbon also has cable cars.
  • Lisbon is rich in ancient history, art, and captivating architecture like the castle in the background.
  • A visual architectural feast is displayed in every direction in Lisbon.
  • Who knows what this man's best friend's story is.
  • The enchanting PENA PALACE where royalty vacationed.
  • Nowadays, the luxiously restored PENA PALACE is open for tours.
  • PENA PALACE 3
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