Lisbon

Lisbon is the capital and the largest city of Portugal, with an estimated population of 505,526 within its administrative limits in an area of 100.05 km². Its urban area extends beyond the city's administrative limits with a population of around 2.8 million people, being the 11th-most populous urban area in the European Union. About 3 million people live in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area, which represents approximately 27% of the country's population. It is mainland Europe's westernmost capital city and the only one along the Atlantic coast. Lisbon lies in the western Iberian Peninsula on the Atlantic Ocean and the River Tagus.

History

The westernmost portions of its metro area form the westernmost point of Continental Europe, which is known as Cabo da Roca, located in the Sintra Mountains. The history of Lisbon spans over 20 centuries, from when it was a Phoenician outpost to its current status as a major global city.

Geography

Lisbon is located in western Portugal, on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Tagus River. The city occupies an area of 100.05 square kilometers. The city's boundaries, unlike those of most major cities, are narrowly defined within the city's administrative limits.

Economy

Lisbon is the economic core of Portugal and is one of the major economic centres on the Iberian Peninsula. The city is the 9th-most-visited city in Southern Europe, after Rome, Istanbul, Barcelona, Milan, Venice, Madrid, Florence, and Athens, with 3,320,300 tourists in 2017. The Lisbon region contributes with a higher GDP PPP per capita than any other region in Portugal.

Culture

Lisbon is home to numerous prominent museums and art collections, from the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, National Museum of Ancient Art, the National Azulejo Museum, to the newer Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology and Berardo Collection Museum. The city's rich history and vibrant cultural scene make it a popular tourist destination.

Transport

Lisbon is served by a network of tram, bus, and metro services, as well as several suburban train lines. The city's transportation network is managed by Carris. The city is also served by Lisbon Portela Airport, the main international gateway to Portugal.

See Also

• History of Lisbon
• Economy of Lisbon
• Culture of Lisbon
• Transport in Lisbon