This castle, located on the highest hill in the Alfama neighborhood, still has eleven towers and presents some characteristic architectural elements of military fortifications from the Arab period. The stairs attached to the walls give access to the battlements and towers, making it possible to visit their entire perimeter.

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March 8, 2017

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In front of the cheese, long lines are always forming quickly. Best start early.

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September 9, 2020

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The ascent to Castelo de São Jorge is fantastic: it leads through old Lisbon, past viewpoints and a historical "urinol". Once at the top of the fortress, São Jorge welcomes …

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1. Commerce Square – Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta loop from Avenida

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03:42

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2. Commerce Square – Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta loop from Bairro 18 de Maio

29.3km

07:56

400m

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3. Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta – Commerce Square loop from Ascensor do Lavra

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04:41

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310m

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Elevation 130 m

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Location: Santiago, Lisbon, Portugal

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1. Commerce Square – Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta loop from Avenida

2. Commerce Square – Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta loop from Bairro 18 de Maio

3. Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta – Commerce Square loop from Ascensor do Lavra

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