Lisbon - Mosteiro dos Jeronimos

The Mosteiro dos Jeronimos in Belem just west of central Lisbon was built c1460 by Henry the Navigator to provide solice to the many searfarers who embarked on voyages of discovery from Belem.

Lisbon Elevador de Santa Justa

Rising 45 metres, the Elevador de Santa Justa was designed by Raul Mesnier du Ponsard, who was an apprentice to Gustav Eiffel, who of course designed that little tower in Paris.

Lisbon's Fountains

Aren't fountains great?  Something about the water splashing about that is most compelling, particularly on a hot day.

Lisbon's Colours

This scarf hung outside the doors to a little boutique that specialized in all things Portuguese...or at least the stuff they'd like the tourists to take home.

Art in the strangest places...

Well not that strange I guess.  This fellow, who had a more than slight homeless look about him, had opted for a very public setting in central Lisbon to show off his drawing skills.

Everybody Has Something to Say

This chap had plenty on his mind but no audience.  From the look on his face I think his wee dog has heard enough too.

Its all in the details

This is a detail shot taken in Sintra, just east of central Lisbon.