1. The destination for 2008: Lisbon

It's official: Lisbon, Portugal is the world's top city to go in 2008. The New York Times said it last December, and now it was Sherman Travel and MSN - Lisbon is one of the top destinations in the world for 2008. Ranking second overall, and...

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2. Lisbon lauded by Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet Travel Guide has described Lisbon as "Iberia's seductive mermaid", considering Portugal's capital city a "gourmet paradise" where "antiquity and charm are always met by a youthful party spirit". Lisbon was listed in the acclaimed...

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3. The Path of Princes on Gulbenkian Museum

Following Parma, London and Paris, "The Path of Princes. Masterpieces of the Aga Khan Museum Collection" is now shown in Lisbon. The exhibition comprises works of Islamic art from the collection of the future Aga Khan Museum, due to open in 2011 in...

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4. The Orient Museum

In addition to gaining a first impression of the Portuguese Presence in the Orient, Gods of Asia and Masks of Asia exhibitions, with guided tours available, the three days of The Orient Festival feature music from Hindustan, traditional dancing from...

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5. Lisbon - The city

Lisbon is the capital and largest city of Portugal. It is also the seat of the district of Lisbon and capital of the Lisbon region. Its municipality, which matches the city proper excluding the larger continuous conurbation, has a municipal...

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6. Discover Lisbon - A Place to Remember

Join Lisbon's today cultural diversity together with a laid-back ambience and an architectural time-warp, and you have one of Europe's most enjoyable cities. The physical setting alone makes Lisbon an appealing destination. The city is built on...

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7. Weather in Lisbon

Lisbon offers a mild and temperate climate, with short winters and long hot summers with a maximum temperature of approximately 28 Celsius (84 degrees Fahrenheit). . The warm afternoons are favourable for a nice walk by the river or for a well-spent...

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8. Top 10 Romantic City Breaks

The Website Realbuzz declared Lisbon as one of the most Romantic Cities in Europe. In fact, they considered Lisbon the fourth most Romantic City. Treat your loved one to a weekend away If you're looking to rekindle the flame or want to woo a...

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9. Setúbal Bay - One of The Most Beautiful in the World

The Bay of Setúbal, with all the qualities and assets in terms of heritage, the environment and culture that it boasts, was voted a member of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club. After formally submitting its application in Puerto...

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10. Enjoy Lisbon's beauty on a budget

Lisbon is not only one of Europe's cheapest and sunniest capitals, it's also one of the most beautiful, with a jumble of ancient neighborhoods that tumble down to the vast Tagus river (or, as the locals call it, the Tejo) as it rolls toward the...

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