Lisbon (Lisboa in Portuguese) is an enchanting travel destination. The city is built on seven hills that rise from the north bank of the Tagus (Tejo) River. Its coastal suburbs overlook the sparkling sea. Lisbon is a city of contrasts. Though delightfully informal, it is the political, economic and cultural center of Portugal and has a […]
Lisbon – city info
Main information Population 2.1 million in greater Lisbon; 700,000 in the center city. Area 300 square miles Time Zone Greenwich Mean Time plus one hour: Time in Lisbon is 5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time in New York. (6 hours ahead of central time in Chicago, etc.) Area 1000 sq. km (300 sq. miles) […]