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Further Distractions Museu Nacional do Azulejo (National Tile Museum) Located in the Convent of Madre de Deus (built in 1509), this museum catalogues the history of the decoration that makes Lisbon so unique, with examples of azulejos from the fifteenth century to the present. Rua de Madre de Deus 4 Tel: (21) 814 7747 or 814 7799. Fax: (21) 814 9534. Website: www.ipmuseus.pt Transport: Bus 18, 42, 104 or 105. Opening hours: Tues 1400-1800 and Wed-Sun 1000-1800. Admission: Esc350. Miradouros (Viewing Points) With its seven hills, Lisbon offers a number of places to see and see from. The Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara, at the top of the Elevador de Glória funicular, offers views over the Baixa and across to the Castelo de São Jorge. It is worth getting off tram 28 to see the view over the Alfama and the Rio Tejo from the Miradouro Santa Luzia and Miradouro das Portas do Sol. Further along tram 28's route, up the hill, is the Miradouro da Graça, which overlooks the Mouraria and the Castelo. The Elevador de Santa Justa is another great vantage point. Located at the end of Rua Santa Justa, it costs the same as other forms of public transit and is free with travel passes; although not with the Lisboa Card. |
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