Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and one of the oldest cities in Europe in a region with approximately 3 million inhabitants. The city offers a variety of cultural, architectural and business-related attractions. The Estoril coast (west of Lisbon) – which includes Estoril, Cascais and the historic town of Sintra – is home to numerous leisure attractions. With its pleasant climate and vibrant, safe atmosphere, Lisbon continues to increase its appeal as a short-break destination.
Lisbon City Council has approved a joint motion from PCP and
Livre to express to the Government "repudiation and rejection" of the
proposal to authorise,.
Lisbon has opened the first 'Street Art Park' in the
country, and one of the few in the world, dedicated to graffiti and urban art,
in the parish of Lumiar.
The Lisbon Tourism Association (ATL), in partnership with
companies in the sector, will invest €6.1 million this year in promoting
tourism in the region.