14 MAY 2017.DAY 8 : PART TWO,LISBON , PORTUGAL.
Places of attraction Fatima City.
Screen shot of map, above, gives limited information. On the other hand "Interactive Map" gives much
more information. For interactive map Go Here.
With this URL,Interactive map should open in a new window
To navigate through this map use the left vertical panel on the map :
1. The size of this map can be increased or decreased as with normal maps.
2. The panel gives contents of the map which are self explanatory.Placing the cursor on any item,say Rossio Square, in this panel Russio square will be highlighted by a white circle.in the interactive map.Go to Rossio Square,Zoom if you want to see details of Rossio Square.
3. Click on Russio square in panel it will open an information window in the interactive map giving information about Russio square.Up to 10 phptps can be loaded about that place in this information panel. Photos about that place have been uploaded in this information panel.To know about the captions and other details of photos, you will have to visit album for day 8( You will have to see beyound Fatima photos.)For this GO HERE.
or copy paste this link in URLaddress bar : https://goo.gl/ZsKwGR
4. Similar action can be repeated for information on all other places given on interactive map.
Yesterday we had arrived from Sevelle,Spain in Lisbon around 2 PM. We had seen few places of attractions in Lisbon before calling it a day and going to our hotel which was 72 KMs away.
This morning we left for Fatima.
After visit to Basilica of our Lady of the Rosary/The Sanctuary of Fatima/also known as Our Lady of Fatima,Minor Basilica of Holy Trinity,tehlast palce we saw in fatima was the house of Francisco Marto and Jacinta. We left for Lisbon.
LISBON PART TWO.
In the square dedicated to King Pedro IV, better known as Rossio, amongst prominant structures around the Rossio there is the Neo Manueline Manueline e railway station that serves the Sintra line, and the classical D. Maria I National Theatre. In and the middle is the Suíça pastry shop, one of the oldest in the city, at the corner of a small street that links with Praça da Figueira.
Praça da Figueira is a commercial area, where you’ll find a statue of King JoãoI,and the confeitria Nacional another famous pastry shop whose cakes you simply won’t be able to resist. These squares are flanked by the hills on which you can see the Castle, on one side, and the Carmo Convent on the other. A photo shoot inRossio Square and Praça da Figueira is irresistible.
ROSSIO SQUARE OR PEDRO IV SQUARE.
Wonderful photo of Rossio Square at night .
From top to bottom,Classical National Theatre D.Maria I,Two Mermaid Fountains on either ends and coloumn of King Pedro IV in the center.
Also Portugese Mosaic pavement/flooring is clearly seen
Photo courtesy,Lisbon.net.
From top to bottom,Classical National Theatre D.Maria I,Two Mermaid Fountains on either ends and coloumn of King Pedro IV in the center.
Also Portugese Mosaic pavement/flooring is clearly seen
Photo courtesy,Lisbon.net.
With the increse in population it spilled out of the castle Hill and settled in the Rossio Square.Roughly Rossio is eqyuivalent to "Commons" meaning commonly held land.Till 1775 lot of important buildings were constructed,including one of the most important civil structure namely All Saints Royal Hospital.The personage gathering in these surroundings formed major historical events in Lisbon's history.In devastating 1775 earthquake except for Palace Of the Independence every building including All Saints Hospital was destroyed.
In 18th centuary rebuilding of Rossio Square was under taken.Gradually,over a period of time column of King Pedro IV Marmaid Fountauns imported from france,Rossio Square Pavement was built in very typical Potrtugese Mosaic Pavement,which produces wonderful optical illusion,Rossio Train stationwith neo-manueline facade was also added.All these are not only beauttiful but historically importane for Lisbon.
During reconstruction a grid of roads was created which connects Rossio Square to all other impotiant places of lisbon. Three roads of this grid namely; (1) Rua da Prata,which means street of the Silver bacause after the reconstruction in 1775 this street was allotted to silversmiths,(2) R dos Fanqueiros,(street connecting Fanquerios) and (3) R Da Medalena. (street which connects Mdalena).These are beautiful tree lined avenues.These main roads and other minor roads also connects Rossio to another historical and important square ,namely Commercial Square.
The monuments and even the mossiac floorn of Rossio Square meke it a grand tourist attraction and a heaven for photo shoots for photo enthusiasts.
Some Photos of the Monumants and about Rossio Square. For all the photos of day 8 go here.
Mermaid fountains.
There are 2 large fountains in Rossio Square in Lisbon,each with 4 mermaid statues.
The bronze sculptures were installed with the fountains in 1889. They were made in France and then imported to Portugal.
The other Mermaid Fountain.Unfortunately no water :(
Mermaid Fountain, Center portion details.
All efforts to find details about these four statues were in vain.
The Column of Pedro IV .
The Column of Pedro IV is a monument located in the centre of Rossio Square in Lisbon, Portugal. The monument was erected in 1870.
Base padestal,The Column of Pedro IV.
At the base of the column, there are four female allegorical statues of Juctice,Wisdom,Strength and Moderation.Qualities attributed to King Prdro IV.
One of the there are the four female allegorical figures at the base of The Column of Pedro IV.
Mosaic Flooring,Russio Square.
See the optocal illusion.
D. Maria II Theater.
The pediment of the building is toped by statue of Reinassance playwright Gail Vicente.
Drinking water fountain,
An interesting btass structure and urchin statues.,Russio Square.
Most of the important banking and commercial establishment, important hotels and historical buildings are situated on these avenues. Including Santa Justa List a Santa Justa Lift,a Cast-iron elevator with filigree details,now a tourist attraction and built in 1902, is also located on Rua da Prata.
A leisurely walk along the Rua da Prata which connects two most important squares of Lisbon namely Rossio Square and commercial Square is an experience in itself.
With the increse in population it spilled out of the castle Hill and settled in the Rossio Square.Roughly Rossio is eqyuivalent to "Commons" meaning commonly held land.Till 1775 lot of important buildings were constructed,including one of the most important civil structure namely All Saints Royal Hospital.The personage gathering in these surroundings formed major historical events in Lisbon's history.In devastating 1775 earthquake except for Palace Of the Independence every building including All Saints Hospital was destroyed.
In 18th centuary rebuilding of Rossio Square was under taken.Gradually,over a period of time column of King Pedro IV Marmaid Fountauns imported from france,Rossio Square Pavement was built in very typical Potrtugese Mosaic Pavement,which produces wonderful optical illusion,Rossio Train stationwith neo-manueline facade was also added.All these are not only beauttiful but historically importane for Lisbon.
During reconstruction a grid of roads was created which connects Rossio Square to all other impotiant places of lisbon. Three roads of this grid namely; (1) Rua da Prata,which means street of the Silver bacause after the reconstruction in 1775 this street was allotted to silversmiths,(2) R dos Fanqueiros,(street connecting Fanquerios) and (3) R Da Medalena. (street which connects Mdalena).These are beautiful tree lined avenues.These main roads and other minor roads also connects Rossio to another historical and important square ,namely Commercial Square.
The monuments and even the mossiac floorn of Rossio Square meke it a grand tourist attraction and a heaven for photo shoots for photo enthusiasts.
Some Photos of the Monumants and about Rossio Square. For all the photos of day 8 go here.
Some Photos of the Monumants and about Rossio Square. For all the photos of day 8 go here.
There are 2 large fountains in Rossio Square in Lisbon,each with 4 mermaid statues.
The bronze sculptures were installed with the fountains in 1889. They were made in France and then imported to Portugal.
The other Mermaid Fountain.Unfortunately no water :(
Mermaid Fountain, Center portion details.
All efforts to find details about these four statues were in vain.
The Column of Pedro IV .
The Column of Pedro IV is a monument located in the centre of Rossio Square in Lisbon, Portugal. The monument was erected in 1870.
Base padestal,The Column of Pedro IV.
At the base of the column, there are four female allegorical statues of Juctice,Wisdom,Strength and Moderation.Qualities attributed to King Prdro IV.
At the base of the column, there are four female allegorical statues of Juctice,Wisdom,Strength and Moderation.Qualities attributed to King Prdro IV.
One of the there are the four female allegorical figures at the base of The Column of Pedro IV.
Mosaic Flooring,Russio Square.
See the optocal illusion.
D. Maria II Theater.
The pediment of the building is toped by statue of Reinassance playwright Gail Vicente.
The pediment of the building is toped by statue of Reinassance playwright Gail Vicente.
Drinking water fountain,
An interesting btass structure and urchin statues.,Russio Square.
Most of the important banking and commercial establishment, important hotels and historical buildings are situated on these avenues. Including Santa Justa List a Santa Justa Lift,a Cast-iron elevator with filigree details,now a tourist attraction and built in 1902, is also located on Rua da Prata.
A leisurely walk along the Rua da Prata which connects two most important squares of Lisbon namely Rossio Square and commercial Square is an experience in itself.
After spending and ennojoying the beauty and sights of Rossio Square we started a walk towards Commercial Square.
Came across this statue of Dom Joao I,located in Figueira Square,on the way to Commercial Square.
Another view,statue of Dom Joao I
Santa Justa Lift.
This brass ornamental structure first proposed in 1987 or so,after many hurdles finally commissioned in 1905. Now a major tourist attractions.
Finally after leisurely stroll,we finally reached Commercial Square.
COMMERCIAL sQUARE OR ORCA DA COMMERCIO.
After spending and ennojoying the beauty and sights of Rossio Square we started a walk towards Commercial Square.
Came across this statue of Dom Joao I,located in Figueira Square,on the way to Commercial Square.
Another view,statue of Dom Joao I
Santa Justa Lift.
This brass ornamental structure first proposed in 1987 or so,after many hurdles finally commissioned in 1905. Now a major tourist attractions.
Finally after leisurely stroll,we finally reached Commercial Square.
COMMERCIAL sQUARE OR ORCA DA COMMERCIO.
wonderful Photo of Commercial Square,Lisbon.
In the foreground Pier of the Pillars,Middle ground Equestrian statue of King Jose I,
Top ground,The Rua Augusta Arch.
Photo courtesy: Author Deensel,Wikipedia.
The "U"shaped,Praça do Comércio or Commerce Square, was constructed in 1755 after the great earthquake of Lisbon destroyed most of Lsibon.Before the earthquake the most important royal complex, the Ribeira Palace, was situated on the site of the Praça do Comércio but this was totally destroyed by the tsunami that preceded the earthquake. The most prominent feature of the Ribeira Palace were two distinctive towers and their original design was incorporated into the two towers that over look the Tagus river.The Praça do Comércio is the largest of Lisbon’s mighty plazas that is positioned on the edge of the Tagus estuary. This location was traditional where traders would sell their foreign wares and financiers would fund perilous expeditions to the far reaches of the known world.The wealth of Portugal was channelled through this single point of the Praça de Comercio in English it means Commercial Square. For visitors the square is both an appealing tourist sight and important transport hub.
Departing from the northern side are trams that head west to the Belem district and at the southern side is a ferry terminal that cross the River Tagus.
The Praça do Comércio Lisbon is one of the finest sections of the capital and indicates the power and influence Portugal once commanded.
Major tourist attraction the Praça do Comércio are the grandest of Lisbon’s squares with traditional painted buildings lining the three sides, magnificent statue of King José I in the centre and to the northern edge is the entrance to the RuaAugusta, which is marked by the decorative and ornate Arco da Rua Augusta(Arch of Triumph of August Street) .
The impressive Arco da Rua Augusta, which marks the entrance to the Rua Augusta, was only finished in 1875 almost a century after the original plans were drawn up. This delay allowed the inauguration of the tower to coincide with the centenary of the devastating earthquake. The three statues at the top of the tower represent Glory rewarding Valour and Genius and are part of the Portuguese coat of arms while the two seated figures at the base represent the two rivers of Portugal, the Tejo and Douro.For detailed info on Arch Of Triumph go here.
Another view of the Arch of Triumph.
phptp jose I
Equestrian Statue of King José I .The King on his horse is symbolically crushing snakes on his path.
In 1770, an international competition was held for the creation of a statue of King Joseph I of Portugal, based on drawings prepared by Eugenio dos Santos. It is widely believed that one of the motivations for the monumental sculpture’s prominent location was to honour the king’s capable response to the devastation caused by the earthquake of 1755. Joaquim Machado de Castro won the competition and cast the equestrian statue to represent the king, the first such statue to be cast in Portugal, which was unveiled on the king’s birthday in 1775. The statue remains today in the Praça do Comércio, a central point in Lisbon. Locals and tourists alike frequent the square, as they have done for centuries. The statue, considered the first work of public art in Portugal, marked a pivotal moment in the artistic career of Joaquim Machado de Castro, who became the official court sculptor of Portugal.
Another View of Statue of King Jose I.
Note the Allegorical sculptures at base
Another View of Statue of King Jose I.
Note the Allegorical sculptures at base
Base details.Statue of King Jose.
RIVERFRONT "THE BEACH"
The Beach
At the southern side of the Praça do Comércio is the, Cais das Colunas, a set of marble stairs, which lead down to the waters edge. These steps were installed so that royal dignitaries could receive a grand entrance to Lisbon. The origins for these steps date from before the 1755 earthquake when the steps would lead straight into the royal palace.
The river front has been beautified extended on Western side.Locals call it the beach.Nice place for a stroll and relaxation in the evenings.
The River Front .or Beach.
The River Front .or Beach
(Text Material for this: Courtesy:lisbon -portugal-guid
With this part Two of the visit to Lisbon came to an end and from Commerce Square we walked back to Rossio Square for RV with the coach .
From there drove back to Hotel O Golf Mar.
END DAY 8
wonderful Photo of Commercial Square,Lisbon.
In the foreground Pier of the Pillars,Middle ground Equestrian statue of King Jose I,
Top ground,The Rua Augusta Arch.
Photo courtesy: Author Deensel,Wikipedia.
The "U"shaped,Praça do Comércio or Commerce Square, was constructed in 1755 after the great earthquake of Lisbon destroyed most of Lsibon.Before the earthquake the most important royal complex, the Ribeira Palace, was situated on the site of the Praça do Comércio but this was totally destroyed by the tsunami that preceded the earthquake. The most prominent feature of the Ribeira Palace were two distinctive towers and their original design was incorporated into the two towers that over look the Tagus river.The Praça do Comércio is the largest of Lisbon’s mighty plazas that is positioned on the edge of the Tagus estuary. This location was traditional where traders would sell their foreign wares and financiers would fund perilous expeditions to the far reaches of the known world.The wealth of Portugal was channelled through this single point of the Praça de Comercio in English it means Commercial Square. For visitors the square is both an appealing tourist sight and important transport hub.
Departing from the northern side are trams that head west to the Belem district and at the southern side is a ferry terminal that cross the River Tagus.
The Praça do Comércio Lisbon is one of the finest sections of the capital and indicates the power and influence Portugal once commanded.
Major tourist attraction the Praça do Comércio are the grandest of Lisbon’s squares with traditional painted buildings lining the three sides, magnificent statue of King José I in the centre and to the northern edge is the entrance to the RuaAugusta, which is marked by the decorative and ornate Arco da Rua Augusta(Arch of Triumph of August Street) .
The impressive Arco da Rua Augusta, which marks the entrance to the Rua Augusta, was only finished in 1875 almost a century after the original plans were drawn up. This delay allowed the inauguration of the tower to coincide with the centenary of the devastating earthquake. The three statues at the top of the tower represent Glory rewarding Valour and Genius and are part of the Portuguese coat of arms while the two seated figures at the base represent the two rivers of Portugal, the Tejo and Douro.For detailed info on Arch Of Triumph go here.
Another view of the Arch of Triumph.
phptp jose I
Equestrian Statue of King José I .The King on his horse is symbolically crushing snakes on his path.
In 1770, an international competition was held for the creation of a statue of King Joseph I of Portugal, based on drawings prepared by Eugenio dos Santos. It is widely believed that one of the motivations for the monumental sculpture’s prominent location was to honour the king’s capable response to the devastation caused by the earthquake of 1755. Joaquim Machado de Castro won the competition and cast the equestrian statue to represent the king, the first such statue to be cast in Portugal, which was unveiled on the king’s birthday in 1775. The statue remains today in the Praça do Comércio, a central point in Lisbon. Locals and tourists alike frequent the square, as they have done for centuries. The statue, considered the first work of public art in Portugal, marked a pivotal moment in the artistic career of Joaquim Machado de Castro, who became the official court sculptor of Portugal.
Another View of Statue of King Jose I.
Note the Allegorical sculptures at base
Another View of Statue of King Jose I.
Note the Allegorical sculptures at base
Base details.Statue of King Jose.
RIVERFRONT "THE BEACH"
The Beach
At the southern side of the Praça do Comércio is the, Cais das Colunas, a set of marble stairs, which lead down to the waters edge. These steps were installed so that royal dignitaries could receive a grand entrance to Lisbon. The origins for these steps date from before the 1755 earthquake when the steps would lead straight into the royal palace.
The river front has been beautified extended on Western side.Locals call it the beach.Nice place for a stroll and relaxation in the evenings.
The River Front .or Beach.
The River Front .or Beach
(Text Material for this: Courtesy:lisbon -portugal-guid
With this part Two of the visit to Lisbon came to an end and from Commerce Square we walked back to Rossio Square for RV with the coach .
From there drove back to Hotel O Golf Mar.
END DAY 8
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