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Lisbon's elevadores, or funiculars, are essential for getting around Lisbon. They all lead to fine viewpoints over the city - here's the lowdown on how to catch them.

There's lots to see and do in Lisbon, ancient capital of Portugal. These three activities should be on your "Don't-miss" list.

Lisbon is built over seven hills and there are great views from the summits. They're called miradouros, small parks with benches and a cafe or two. Here are the best.

Observations of the southern European city of Lisbon as a tourist location, in comparison to those more traditional destinations for seeking a romantic getaway.

Using rich, grotesque symbolism, Eugenides uses the suicides of five teenage sisters to foreshadow the decline of American society.

Like Rio de Janeiro's Santa Teresa tram, tramways are not just a good way of getting about Lisbon - they're great fun for tourists too. Here are the main routes and info.

Mournful notes of fado, blue tiled walls, cable car bells, pungent smoke from chestnut roasters, sun-warmed stones of Castelo Sao Jorge. Lisbon is a city for the senses.

Lisbon and nearby Estoril enable visitors to enjoy two contrasting aspects of Portugal - the capital's historic sights and relaxing by the sea.

Even the luxury hotels in Lisbon cost less than other major European cities, and Portugal's capital is filled with free experiences and low-cost sights for travelers.

Fado, Portugal's most well known music, continues to live and breath in the heart of Lisbon, the nation's capital. Here's where to see it.

No other country has such fine hand-painted tiles (azulejos) as does Portugal. Whether blue and white or colorful scenes, the art form lives on since the 15th century.

Lisbon is a romantic beautiful Old World city for walking, from its busy riverbank to the hilltop castle. Add the palaces at Queluz and Sintra for a three-day getaway.

With the Euro as strong as it is these days, here are some tips for those who wish to spend quality time in Lisbon but not the big bucks.

Lisbon's Belem neighborhood on the Taugus is so separated from the city's historic center that it seems like another town - one filled with parks, monuments and art.

There's a good reason why so many people are beginning to flock to Lisbon. The City is witnessing a creative renewal and there has never been a better time to visit.

From the parade of Festa de Santo António to the runners on Europe's longest bridge and Indie Lisboa, the Portuguese capital always has something going on.

On Nov. 19, 2009, Catherine Ashton was named as the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the EU. This is a profile.

It is argued that the EU does not properly fulfil the expectations of a democratic entity. The newly ratified Treaty of Lisbon helps to rectify this problem.

After allegedly complaining about his manager in a recent interview, Nani has sealed his fate.

Virtually unknown outside Portugal until the fadista Mariza won the BBC Radio 3 award in 2003, fado, the earthy street music of Lisbon, has hit the world music scene.

Portugal, only slightly larger than the US state of Maine, is best enjoyed region by region rather than trying to see it all in anything but an extended trip.

Bayern Munich, Liverpool and Chelsea are all ahead after first leg ties played February 25th, while Villarreal and Panathinaikos played to a stalemate.

With the line-up for the last sixteen of the UEFA Champions League now complete, the thoughts of Europe's elite clubs turned to potential opponents in the Dec 19 draw.

David Cameron has promised that no British powers would be handed over to the EU without a referendum. The announcement comes following criticism of his EU policies.

The Wine and Food Lover's Guide to Portugal by experts Charles Metcalfe and Kathryn McWhirter covers vineyards, restaurants, shops and hotels in Portuguese wine country.

Sebastiao de Melo, son of a country squire became the most powerful man in Portugal

Portugal is filled with exciting travel experiences, don't miss sites, hilltop castles, gardens and beautiful scenery, so it's hard to pick only 10 best places to visit

Visitors to Portuguese destinations can find the Mediterranean, the Atlantic, Porto, Faro, Cristiano Ronaldo, beaches, nature, and UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Sir Bobby Robson was one of world football's most enigmatic characters, he died, losing his battle with cancer last Friday morning.

The non-confidence vote of the Romanian Parliament, which determined the collapse of the Government, could produce long-term political instability.

See the sights and learn about Spain's fascinating Catalonian city with an English-speaking audio guide, in a little self-drive car with GPS navigation.

From Lisbon and the Algarve to the Alentejo and the far north, creative chefs are giving traditional Portuguese dishes a contemporary look, and a new life.

On the west coast of Portugal lies the tourist gem and surfing legend of beautiful Ericeira. This Portuguese tourist gem has much to offer to discerning visitors.

Don't hesitate, because these special deals are not offered for very long. Some even offer attractive ground packages, as well.

Carlos Queiroz replaces Luiz Felipe Scolari as the new manager of Portugal, having resigned as Assistant Manager at Manchester United to take up the appointment.

Supporters of Chelsea, Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan, Inter Milan and VFB Stuttgart can start to save for fixtures in their club's European campaign.

Where to look to buy cheap, direct flights to La Coruña airport, Galicia, Spain, from London, Paris, Madrid, Barcelona, Lisbon and Bilbao.

A high baroque library, sumptuous churches, fado, a top children's attraction and ruins of a major Iberian Roman city make Coimbra one of Portugal's must-see places.

The years leading up to Columbus' 1492 voyage were busy ones for the young, enterprising Genoan.

In artists' studios, factories, department, hardware stores and markets throughout Portugal, you've bound to find souvenirs worth keeping that you'll use for years.

As Spain's league title race between Real Madrid and Barcelona draws to a conclusion, league winners across Europe await them in next season's UEFA Champions League.

Book early with Peter Deilmann Cruises for deep discounts to the ports of Italy, the islands of Capri and Mallorca, to Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Lisbon and Dalmation Coast

Western sanctions have ironically made Robert Mugabe stronger because he has turned this obstacle into a great opportunity for himself, his family and his cronies.

The Romanesque Basilica di Sant'Antonio, built to enshrine St. Anthony's relics, is one of Europe's major pilgrimage sites, decorated by works of Donatello and Titian.

The Middle East and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is amongst the top contenders for one of the great prizes of the 21st century.

The monasteries of Alcobaca and Batalha are an easy day trip north of Lisbon. Each is decorated with exquisite carved stonework, and each has a royal love story to tell.

An exhibition of lavishly illustrated, exceptionally rare Muslim, Christian and Jewish manuscripts is on at London's British Library and runs from 27 April - 23 Sept 2007

This book explores how the sacred texts evolved and were passed down over time. It looks at the differences and similarities between Jewish, Christian and Muslim texts.

At the halfway point of the Bologna Process, European Ministers met in Bergen to assess progress toward creating a European Higher Education Area by 2010.

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