Portugal

Inaugurated in 1959, this monumental statue overlooking Lisbon was inspired by Rio’s Christ the Redeemer and symbolizes peace and gratitude.

Built in the early 1500s, this UNESCO-listed Manueline masterpiece celebrates Portugal’s Age of Discoveries and houses the tomb of explorer Vasco da Gama.

Built in the 19th century for King Ferdinand II, this colorful Romantic palace blends Gothic, Moorish and Renaissance styles and is a UNESCO-listed landmark.

A royal residence for centuries, the palace preserves medieval and Manueline architecture, historic furnishings, decorative tiles and treasures of Portugal’s monarchy.

Built mainly in the early 1900s, this romantic estate is famous for its ornate palace, mysterious gardens, underground tunnels and symbolic Initiation Well.

With origins dating back over a thousand years, this hilltop fortress was a royal stronghold and played an important role in Lisbon’s medieval history.

Rossio has been one of Lisbon’s main public squares since medieval times, long serving as a center for markets, celebrations, gatherings, and city life.

Its monument, inaugurated in 1886, commemorates Portugal’s restoration of independence from Spanish rule in 1640.

Completed in 1875, the triumphal arch commemorates Lisbon’s reconstruction following the devastating 1755 earthquake.

Housed in a former bank building, MUDE opened in 2009 and showcases major collections of 20th and 21st-century design and fashion.

Renamed in 1903 to honor Britain’s King Edward VII, this grand park is famous for its geometric gardens and sweeping views over Lisbon and the Tagus River.

The historic Carmo Barracks became famous during Portugal’s 1974 Carnation Revolution, when Prime Minister Marcelo Caetano surrendered there.

Reboleira railway station — a glimpse of everyday Portugal and the suburban rail network connecting greater Lisbon.

Opened in 1891, this landmark station is famous for its ornate Neo-Manueline façade and historically connected central Lisbon with Sintra.