Lisbon, Portugal in Timelapse

Lisbon, Portugal in Timelapse, by WanderTooth. Oh Lisbon how I loved you! Lisbon is just so cool! One of the world's most devastating earthquakes struck just off the coast on November 1st, 1755. Castles crumbled, tsunamis flooded and what wasn't washed away burned for days. The rebuild was a time to implement new architecture and new civil planning measures to help withstand future disasters. Some say this earthquake spawned the current methods we use to measure and study earthquakes today. This 'Pombaline' architecture and the grid system employed at the time makes for an easy and enjoyable stroll around Lisbon's old town near the water. The large Commerce Square is a great vantage point and a great spot for a bite. Up the hill is the castle which gives 360 degree views and can fill up a cameras memory card rather quickly! The #28 tram encircles the city and is well worth a round-trip. Personally I found the Coach Museum containing all he old royal coaches and some artwork and uniforms from eras long past worth the 5 Euros and a bonus that it's close to the Belem Tower and the Monastery and launching point for Vasco De Gama. Don't Miss it! Do not leave Lisbon without seeing a Fado show - if possible ask a local for a good spot away from the 'tourist' shows if you can. Check out WanderTooth.com for more, now GO! ENJOY!