Commerce Square is the largest and most iconic square in the city, located on the banks of the Tagus River. This place has long been the center of power and important moments of the city life of Lisbon: executions of the Inquisition and military parades, festivities and public punishments were held here, and in the 20th century it even became the site of the assassination of King Carlos I and his son Prince Luis Felipe by revolutionaries. Praç a do Comercio became one of the symbols of the city, so it was one of the first to be rebuilt after the Great Earthquake of 1755.
The area impresses with its size and interesting architectural design. Its distinguishing feature is the majestic and austere Arc de Triomphe, which connects two symmetrical administrative buildings.
On the arch you can see sculptures of such prominent Portuguese as Vasco da Gama and the Marquis de Pombal, and at its top there is an observation deck that offers stunning views of the river panorama of Lisbon and its surroundings (entrance to the arch costs 2.50€). To the left and right of the arch is a suite of shady galleries - here you can always wait out the heat, dine in one of the restaurants located there, or buy souvenirs. In the center of the square is an equestrian statue of King José I, who bore the burden of rebuilding Lisbon after a devastating earthquake.
Market Square is one of the busiest and most visited places in Lisbon, where you can have a great time by the river, admiring the architecture or just stroll along the promenade.
Various events are often held here: concerts, official holidays and performances by street performers, tourist double-decker Hop On Hop Off buses also depart from here, where you can go around all the main attractions of Lisbon in a couple of hours.
Want to see with your own eyes - tours to Portugal, Travel Agency "Hot Line", www. hot. com. ua, +38(044)592-24-26, +38(050)418-7505, +38(067)440-3682
The area impresses with its size and interesting architectural design. Its distinguishing feature is the majestic and austere Arc de Triomphe, which connects two symmetrical administrative buildings.
On the arch you can see sculptures of such prominent Portuguese as Vasco da Gama and the Marquis de Pombal, and at its top there is an observation deck that offers stunning views of the river panorama of Lisbon and its surroundings (entrance to the arch costs 2.50€). To the left and right of the arch is a suite of shady galleries - here you can always wait out the heat, dine in one of the restaurants located there, or buy souvenirs. In the center of the square is an equestrian statue of King José I, who bore the burden of rebuilding Lisbon after a devastating earthquake.
Market Square is one of the busiest and most visited places in Lisbon, where you can have a great time by the river, admiring the architecture or just stroll along the promenade.
Various events are often held here: concerts, official holidays and performances by street performers, tourist double-decker Hop On Hop Off buses also depart from here, where you can go around all the main attractions of Lisbon in a couple of hours.
Want to see with your own eyes - tours to Portugal, Travel Agency "Hot Line", www. hot. com. ua, +38(044)592-24-26, +38(050)418-7505, +38(067)440-3682
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