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Luvaria Ulisses is one of the most famous shopping centres in Lisbon and although its size isn´t as big as first expected, its quality and service make that the client wants to return. Also, each of the shops that´s in Luvaria Ulisses characterizes itself for its exclusivety, making that every person feels unique and that goes home happy, after having bought an excellent garment. It´s located in the city centre and from there all the locals and tourists come to see the newest developments in the world of fashion, jewelry, shoes and aesthetics. Founded in 1925, it has almost a century´s experience and the clients keep choosing it and that´s how it´s become a city icon and a tourist point. The decoration of the place is just like it was at the beginning, but restaured. In its moment, Luvaria Ulisses was the exclusive sales place in Portugal of gloves and since then it´s always had elitist clients, such as politicians and cultural and artistic personalities. If you want to get to know this exclusive shopping place, get Lisbon accommodation put some comfortable shoes on and go out and shop whilst you walk this beautiful, historic city in...
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The Fontana de Trevi, built in 1735 by the architect Salvi, is an icon of the city of Rome and all tourists go past there to see it. The fountain was decorated by various student artists of Bernini and they worked the technique of low highlight in sculptures and rock. Although many don´t know this, the Fontana de Trevi is part of the decoration of the Palazzo Poli, although its charm and beauty hipnotizes the tourists and breaks their wishes of going to see the Palace. The most interesting thing about the Fontana de Trevi are the myths that go around its waters. They tell the legend that if one drinks its water or throws a coin inside, it ensures their return to Rome. Another custom of the tourists is to throw a coin inside, from a distance, after making a wish. If the coin goes in, the wish will come true. With the beautiful sound of the water falling and the lights illuminating every sculpture of the Fontana de Trevi, one would want to stay there forever. It´s a very romantic atmosphere, ideal to spend in twos. If you rent apartments in Rome you´ll spend some beautiful days full of history and...
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The Museo de Arte Decorativo, which is situated on the corner of Miradouro das Portas do Sol, is located in what was the Palacio Azurara in the 17th century and it´s a brilliant museum which has as a purpose to show the life of the aristocrats during the 18th and 19th centuries. The building was acquired by Ricardo Espirito Santo, a wealthy banker who, later, gave to the State the collection that he acquired through all of his life. There is, for example, an Indo-Portuguese piece of furniture or a Chinese porcelain and plant collection that is already invaluable and many tapestries from the 16th to the 18th century. The interior of the palace is incredibly beautiful and historic because it possesses the floors which are made of original wood, painted ceilings with works that make it into a work of art and furniture that will deeply impress the visitors. The most captivating area of all are the bedrooms and the stairs that lead to the dining room with big clocks and plenty of paintings. Next to the museum there´s a workshop where expert artists reproduce the antiques that are in the museum so that you, if you so wish, can take an identical piece home. This is one of the most beautiful museums that the Portuguese city has, and visiting it is a must for tourists. You can get Lisbon accommodation and be one of the millions that walk through its galleries every...
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Quirinale Palace is an architectural work of great historical value in the city of Rome. Built for over two centuries (16th – 18th) the palace went through many architects and owners. It was ordered by Pope Gregory 13th and it belonged to the pontifices until the 19th century. The Popes used the palace as a summer residence because it was close to The Vatican, it was extensive, comfortable and it was also right in a strategic point of the city. Later, the palace belonged the the crown and, at last, it transformed into a presidential palace, after the abolishment of the monarchy. Interesting for its history, the palace housed thousands of cultural exhibitions and it opens its doors to visitors from all over the world that want to see it inside. The name of the palace comes from the small hill where it was built, the Quirinale hill. In the same district we can find the Fontana de Trevi and other tourist attractions of the city, so a tour around the area is recommended. If you want to see part of the history of Italy, rent apartments in Rome and visit the Quirinale Palace, where not only will you find architecture but also art and...
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Barrio Alto is a place in Lisbon where, during the day, it has the most relaxed streets in the city while at night it becomes one of the most important places if you want to go for a drink, eat or have a walk with your partner or friends. The place dates from the 16th century and through its streets walked many of Lisbon´s most important artists and writers. In the place you can enjoy traditional or international restaurants, Fado Houses and the most fashionable and cultural bars of the city that are open until late at night. Both on weekdays but especially on weekends, you will find people of all ages, countries, styles and cultures. The main streets of the place are Rua do Norte, Ra da Atalala and Rua do Diário de Noticias and you can get there in any form of transport, either taxi or public transport. This is undoubtedly one of the places to visit in the Portuguese city because here you´ll find a cultural mix and different places with charm to have a good time. Get Lisbon accommodation and walk through the Barrio...
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