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An age-old symbol of the Portuguese capital, Lisbon's rickety yellow trams have become such a magnet for tourists that some locals complain they can no longer grab a ride. Local associations have ...
Lisbon Maru was the name of a cargo ship requisitioned by the Japanese army during the war. Like many civilian freighters that transported Allied prisoners of war as forced labor, its conditions were ...
Over the past decade, Lisbon’s art scene has surged into the spotlight, transforming the city into a magnet for art lovers ...
Scientists have identified a previously unknown seismic phenomenon that was likely responsible for Europe’s largest recorded earthquake that struck Lisbon in 1755, killing tens of thousands.
American interest in Portugal is soaring as travelers flock to the country's walkable cities and reputation as one of ...