Graffiti City...Lisbon

The city of Lisbon is fascinating, graffiti is displayed on many buildings throughout the city. I was surprised about how tastefully it was displayed; the artists were respectful of the historic buildings and of the mosaic tiles hanging on some walls. If I go back to the city, my goal will be to do a tour of the graffiti.

Statues dotted the streets and the parks, miniature green areas were along the streets making it feel more like a town than a huge city.

It was nice to be in a city of color for once. The buildings were pastel, many colors, although it is known as the "pink city."

The architecture in the old city was beautiful. The old train station has heart-shaped doors, very royal looking. Inside is a cafe dear to many Americans, good ol' Starbucks. It was a nice break from the frigid winter air, toasty warm inside with hot drinks and tasty treats...still just as expensive as the States, but a nice treat on occasion.

The city backed up to the water with a nice port area. A mimic of a Golden Gate bridge is in the town, designed by the same architects. Lisbon's Corcovado is visible across the water.

There is a very nice, large cathedral across the street from the port, glistening in the clear sky, bordered by an art museum and a delicious roasted chestnut stand.