Tilework is one of the ‘ex-libris’ of Portugal, that is to say, one of the symbols that represents our country. The originality in its application and the creativity in the crossing of various arts, have made the Portuguese tilework unique in the world.
Portuguese Tilework: A Unique Form of Art in the World Read More
On the night of the 5th Sunday of the Lent, this year on the 18th of March, Bairro Alto comes out to celebrate. Not to sing fado or for a bohemian night, but for a public display of faith, the Procession of Senhor dos Passos: From Bairro Alto to São Roque.
Procession of Senhor dos Passos: From Bairro Alto to São Roque Read More
Our local gastronomy is a mix of influences and tradition. Lisbon, a place of celebration of flavours, smells and emotions. Come and have a taste of the traditional flavours of Lisbon!
Traditional Flavours of Lisbon: Influences, Convents and Intellectuals Read More
About thirty years ago we developed a research on the decorative painting of the traditional boats of the Tagus River and we had the opportunity to know, at the time, one of the last popular painters, the master José Lopes. We found that little remained of this impressive legacy.
Traditional Boats of the Tagus River and Its Colourful Decorative Painting Read More
No, it’s not about the Valentine’s Day commemorated in the whole world that we’re going to talk about. We take advantage of this day of celebration of love to mention the romantic attitude of leaving love padlocks in the fences of monuments and its resulting consequences.
Love Padlocks on Valentine’s Day Read More
If you’re visiting Lisbon, it is only natural that you‘re interested in to getting to know Lisbon’s gastronomy. But this post is a bit different. We want to highlight 5 terraces with a fabulous view over Lisbon. And why not take advantage of these suggestions to celebrate Valentine’s Day?
5 Terraces with a Fabulous View for a Meal Read More
