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Lisbon, Portugal
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Parque das Nações is a district in Lisbon, Portugal. The "Park of the Nations" was built from scratch for Expo '98 (1998 Lisbon World Exposition) in the northeastern end of Lisbon. After the Expo, many of the impressive constructions and decorations were kept, while new residential, commercial, and office buildings were added to form a thriving, mixed-use district consisting exclusively of modern architecture and making the most of its river-facing location by offering a number of leisure facilities.
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This venue, the size of 11 football pitches, hosts trade shows and similar exhibitions.
A pleasant riverside garden with sculptures and other artworks.
Oceanário de Lisboa
One of the world's largest aquariums. Built by American architect Peter Chermayeff, it hosts thousands of marine species of the oceans, such as sea otters, penguins, and sharks. The main tank is huge, representing the Atlantic environment, with hundreds of small fishes, sharks, barracuda, snappers, and a huge sunfish. Ideal for children.
Pavilion of Knowledge - Living Science Centre
Ciência Viva is an interactive science and technology museum that aims to make science accessible to all, stimulating experimentation and exploration of the physical world.
Vasco da Gama Bridge
It is the longest bridge in Europe (including viaducts), and ninth longest in the world, with a total length of 17.2 km, including 0.829 km for the main bridge, 11.5 km in viaducts, and 4.8 km in dedicated access roads.
formerly MEO Arena, originally Pavilhão Atlântico
This 20,000-seat arena hosts touring rock bands and Brazilian musicians.
Among the gambling opportunities here are slot machines, poker, roulette, black jack, and baccarat. They have two restaurants, four bars, two entertainment venues, and an art gallery.
Teleférico da Expo, Telecabine Lisboa
An aerial tramway built for Expo '98. It operates between the Oceanarium and the Vasco da Gama Tower and offers excellent views of the fairgrounds, the river, the bridge, and beyond.
A modern take on traditional Portuguese dishes.
Specializing in cod, they also serve steaks and other fish. It's along the river with nice views from the upstairs dining room.
Michelin-starred restaurant by Spanish chef Martín Berasategui, in the Myriad Sana Hotel 120 m up the Vasco da Gama Tower, offering spectacular views.
Vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Traditional Portuguese cuisine.
Pousada de Juventude
18-room youth hostel with free breakfast and free Wi-Fi.
Three-star, 112-room hotel with bar, gym, and free Wi-Fi.
by Sana Hotels
Five-star, 186-room hotel at the Vasco da Gama Tower offering panoramic river views. Amenities include indoor pool, spa, gym, restaurant, and bar.
Four-star, 182-room hotel with bar, conference facilities, business centre, and free Wi-Fi.
Four-star, 279-room hotel with swimming pool, gym, restaurant, bar, and conference facilities.
Four-star, 207-room hotel with restaurant, bar, conference facilities, concierge, and free Wi-Fi.
A large shopping mall in the Parque Expo, featuring many international brands and a food court. There are 170 stores, including 33 restaurants, a health club, a hypermarket, and a 6-screen cinema.
Metro line ("red", though it's pink on signage) runs cross-town to Parque das Nações, Oriente railway and bus station, and the airport. From the historic centre take the green line north and change at Alameda.
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