WHAT’S YOUR MODERN CITY’S EXCUSE FOR FAILING TO REMOVE BARRIERS TO MOBILITY AND ACCESS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES?
The Walls are ancient, but access for people with disabilities is a priority.
https://www.avilaturismo.com/en/organize-your-visit/avila-is-everyone
WHAT’S YOUR MODERN CITY’S EXCUSE FOR FAILING TO REMOVE BARRIERS TO MOBILITY AND ACCESS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES?
Because Ávila is built on a steep hill, the best way to reach the accessible portion of the Medieval walls is arriving by car or an adapted taxi. Exiting directly to the Puerta del Puente is recommended to avoid steep inclines from the upper city center.
https://www.avilaturismo.com/en/organize-your-visit/avila-is-everyone
WHAT’S YOUR MODERN CITY’S EXCUSE FOR FAILING TO REMOVE BARRIERS TO MOBILITY AND ACCESS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES?
On top of the ancient defensive walls,
the accessible pathway is mostly flat with some cobblestones.
https://www.avilaturismo.com/en/organize-your-visit/avila-is-everyone
WHAT’S YOUR MODERN CITY’S EXCUSE FOR FAILING TO REMOVE BARRIERS TO MOBILITY AND ACCESS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES?
The Avila walls visitor reception area is connected by an accessible route and has manual wheelchairs available to borrow.
https://www.avilaturismo.com/en/organize-your-visit/avila-is-everyone
MUSEU NACIONAL DO AZULEJO
Casamento da Galinha is one of the most enigmatic tile panels at Lisbon’s Museu Nacional do Azulejo.
A chicken is transported in a coach, driven by a monkey, in front of
two elephants.
PRAÇA LUÍS DE CAMÕES
Lisbon’s historic Praça Luís de Camões — named for a great literary figure — plays prominently in another masterpiece:
Jose Saramago’s The Year of the Death of Ricardo Reis.
MODERN COMFORT IN HISTORICAL, TRADITIONAL AREA OF MAGICAL LISBON
I never would have found world class
restaurant Estamine and many others in the area -- without their book of prime
suggestions.
Considering that this nearly 400 SF
home is often priced below the cost of a barely more than 100 SF hotel room --
I would say book it every chance you get.
Bedding is super comfy.
They have thought of everything --
including a trio of space heaters for those chilly spring nights on the highest
windswept hill of beautiful Lisboa.
One other thing to note, the apartment
is in an old, traditional building -- but everything is super modern and
updated inside.
Expect warm water in the shower and
appliances that are almost brand new.
MODERN COMFORT IN HISTORICAL, TRADITIONAL AREA OF MAGICAL LISBON
I have not stayed there in June, July or August -- so they may want to put air
conditioning on the list of upgrades.
It is up 15 steps in a super traditional old Lisbon neighborhood apartment complex.
It's not a knock, just a head's up that the unit is not at all suitable for people with disabilities.
And it may not be ideal for those that have trouble doing steps --
though all of Lisbon is
hilly and has alleys that become steep staircases, so if you're up for the
city, you should do fine with Lisbon Nest.
FÁBRICA DE CERÂMICA VIÚVA LAMEGO
The Viúva Lamego Ceramics Factory was founded in 1849 by António da Costa Lamego.
This was the workshop of the company, on Lisbon’s busy Avenida Almirante Reis.
It
features some of the most spectacular azulejos in Portugal.
FÁBRICA DE CERÂMICA DA VIÚVA LAMEGO
Viúva Lamego Ceramics Factory was founded in 1849. This was the showroom, on Largo Intendente.
It features
stunning Portuguese azulejos.
Regrettably,
some depict people in stereotypical, not appropriate images.
LARGO DE INTENDENTE
Rounded corner building adorned with Portuguese tiles hosting a modest cafe with apartments above on Largo de Intendente Arroios Lisbon.
Tell us Paris has
anything more beautiful, human scaled or enchanting than this.
THE COOLEST NEIGHBORHOOD IN THE WORLD
Arroios, Lisbon, in Portugal was recently named the coolest neighborhood in the world by Time Out.
The small parish is a hub for art, restaurants and design.
MOURARIA LISBOA
It would not be Lisbon without tons of laundry draped over small balconies, drying over tiled facades in 300 days of sunshine per year.
This is Rua do Benformoso in Mouraria
Igreja de
São Domingos is a church in Lisbon, Portugal. It is classified as a National
Monument.
The church
was dedicated in 1241 and was almost completely destroyed in the 1754
earthquake.
PANTEAO NACIONAL
Daybreak over Baroque dome of Panteao Nacional on Alfama hill Lisbon.
The 17th
century Church of Santa Engrácia holds the tombs and cenotaphs of Portugal’s
most important people.
LISBON CATHEDRAL
Se de Lisboa.
From a different
perspective overlooking Rio Tagus.
Image taken from Museu do Aljube – Resistencia e Liberdade
Sun kissed Portugal
photos require no doctoring.
WELCOME TO DAMAS – YOU ARE HOME NOW
Live view from my customary window seat at the incomparable Damas.
You must visit this
restaurant, bar and safe haven in the heart of magical hilltop Graca Lisboa.
BASILICA DA ESTRELA
Basilica da Estrela.
The 1790 landmark anchors a
park-filled middle class Lisbon neighborhood.
ALFAMA ALLEYS
Fresh air break from Restaurante o Canto do Poeta.
The night
belongs to Fado.
Alfama
Lisbon Portugal.
Photo pure,
no edits.
RESTAURANTE O CANTO DO POETA
Fado time Alfama Lisbon Portugal.
Restaurante o Canto do Poeta — almost there.
Teresa will
have my favorite gin with jam cocktail at my corner table.
