The way it was...
SIGHTSEEING | PARQUE DAS NAÇÕES
Your Parque das Nações essentials... Must see
Oceanário de Lisboa One of Europe’
s largest aquariums, the
oceanarium has recently inaugurated its first temporary exhibition to complement the existing tour
. Called “Sea T urtles,
Te Journey” visitors can view these extraordinary creatures through a series of specially designed windows.
+351 218 917 002/06
www.oceanario.pt
Pavilhão do Conhecimento If you’re visiting with kids let them loose in the ‘Knowledge P
avilion’ – a funtastic
Top and above: The Expo’98 site and the Vasco da Gama bridge under construction
May and 30 September, 11 million people descended on the Portuguese capital to visit Expo’98, the last Wold Exposition of the 20th century. It was an ambitious multi-cultural event, with 156 countries represented.
L
Expo’98 was constructed from scratch. A five-kilometre, 50-hectare strip of land east of the city centre bordering the Rio Tejo was chosen as the location and redevelopment began in earnest.
An outdated petroleum refining facility was dismantled and an abandoned armaments depot decommissioned. Disused warehouses and decaying housing stock were torn down. Boatyards and deserted railway terminals were demolished, along with a slaughterhouse and a sewage treatment plant. Te badly polluted River Tranção was cleansed, as was the neighbouring Olivais docklands. One structure was leſt standing for posterity, the oil distillation Petrogal Tower.
Every new building was pre-sold for use aſter the festivities ensuring that post-Expo’98 the site would not become semi-abandoned as a white elephant. Renamed Parque das Nações, the site today is one of the city’s busiest commercial and residential districts and draws millions of tourists every year to its wealth of visitor atractions.
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www.portugal-life.net
isbon was riding the crest of a wave back in 1998. For 132 days, between 22
interactive science and technology museum that woos youngsters with a whole range of gadgetry and wizardry
. T oddlers can
“launch” a hydrogen rocket, don hard hats and build the Unfinished House and even take a high-wire bicycle ride. Mums and dads will love this place too.
+351 218 917 104
www.pavconhecimento.pt
Teleférico Leave everyone else standing and hop into a gondola for a gentle cable car ride along the riverfront. Te memorable views place the whole area in glorious perspective.
+351 218 956 145 Where to stay
Tivoli Oriente Located in the heart of Parque das Nações, the 279-room Oriente enjoys a reputation as an excellent business hotel and is also very family-orientated. T
op-floor rooms
are blessed with stunning views. Leisure facilities include indoor swimming pool, sauna and T
all public spaces and meeting rooms.
+351 218 915 100 Email:
reserves.hto@
tivolihotels.com www.tivolihotels.com
Olissippo Oriente Tis stylish hotel blends in well with the contemporary architecture that characterises the area. Accommodation comprises 182 rooms, including 14 suites and one room adapted for physically challenged guests.
urkish bath. Wi-Fi is available in
Real India T
ravel photographers will appreciate the
colourful images of the sub-continent decorating the walls of this upmarket curry house. Exotic tandoori dishes are the specialities but the aromatic biryanis are equally tempting. Te wine list pays homage to some noted Portuguese reds and whites.
+351 218 960 303
www.realindia.pt
Sabor a Brasil Order a caipirinha cocktail and contemplate the menu of authentic Brazilian cuisine at this colourful and lively eatery
. Te tasty feijoada
à Brasileira (black bean and meat stew) and moqueca de camarão (shrimp stew
, Bahian
style) are typical of the South American flavours the kitchen conjures up.
+351 218 955 143
www.saborabrasil.com
Sagresjaria A firm favourite with the locals, this stylish beer hall enjoys a privileged position overlooking the River T
agus and serves
traditional Portuguese fare such as leitão da bairrada (suckling pig roasted in a woodfired oven). A thirst-quenching range of Sagres beer is on tap
, including dark Bohemia. +351 218 957 041
For more information about the park visit:
www.portaldasnacoes.pt
Tose on the top floors afford a glorious panorama. Te property has garnered an enviable reputation as a business venue.
+351 218 929 100 Email:
auditor.oo@olissippohotels.com www.olissippohotels.com
Where to eat
Hippopotamus Grill Definitely not for vegetarians, the choice of succulent grilled steaks at the “Hippo” is impressive. Tey even serve raw cuts for the meat-eating aficionado. King of the heap is the massive 1.4 kg Bife de Charolês. Loosen the belt for the ice cream and brownies.
+351 218 915 460
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