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BAIXA - THE DOWNTOWN
A new city built after the 1755 earthquake
This tour takes us on a journey through the history of this area of the city, completely destroyed by the earthquake of 1755.
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Between the two most important squares of the historic center - Rossio and Praca do Comércio, find out how this place was before the great catastrophe and how the pragmatic reconstruction plan changed the shape of the city.
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In the shopping streets, discover the traditional shops and historical cafes, attended by several generations of personalities of the capital.
MEETING POINT
Praça D. Pedro IV - Rossio
REGULAR TOURS
Tuesday and Saturday - 2.00 PM
DURATION
WALKING DISTANCE
INCLUDED
3 hours
3.5 km
Top visit of the Santa Justa Lift
(near the D. Maria II Theatre)
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