As we prepare for the XI Jean Monnet Network BRIDGE WATCH Seminar, we invite you to discover Lisbon — a vibrant and captivating city where history, culture, and modernity come together — through the video “Lisboa, Where Everything Sounds Different” by Turismo de Lisboa Visitors & Convention Bureau. Located on the estuary of the Tagus River, it is the westernmost capital of continental Europe and home to around 3 million people in its metropolitan area.

Lisbon has inspired writers like Fernando Pessoa, Luís de Camões, Eça de Queirós, and José Saramago. The city is known for its fado music, pastéis de nata, scenic viewpoints (miradouros), and rich gastronomy, offering a unique blend of tradition and contemporary life.

Main Attractions in Lisbon
– Castelo de São Jorge: 11th-century fortress with panoramic city views.
– Jerónimos Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jerónimos): UNESCO World Heritage Site and masterpiece of Portuguese architecture.
– Commerce Square & Rua Augusta Arch (Praça do Comércio & Arco da Rua Augusta): built on the site of the former Royal Palace, destroyed in the 1755 earthquake, this grand square serves as a gateway to the historic center.
– 25 de Abril Bridge (Ponte 25 de Abril): one of the world’s longest suspension bridges.
– Fernando Pessoa House (Casa Fernando Pessoa): a cultural space dedicated to the poet’s life and work, combining memory, literature, and artistic creation.

In the coming days, speakers and guests from across the world will gather in Lisbon and have the opportunity to explore this fascinating city during the event.

For more information about the event, visit: https://eurolatinstudies.com

Registration is free and can be completed here.

Sources:
https://www.visitlisboa.com/pt-pt
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/destination/lisbon

📸 Turismo de Lisboa Visitors & Convention Bureau (visitlisboa.com)