30 November 2016

Tower of Belem


It was nearly impossible to get an approach shot of the Tower of Belem without other tourists. Ah well, this couple makes a rather nice addition to the beautiful flowering trees. Photo taken in August 2016.

29 November 2016

Corner stop


There's just something I find so appealing about these corner buildings in Lisbon. Photo taken in August 2016.

28 November 2016

Funny faces


I found some cool dudes in Lisbon! Photo taken in August 2016.

25 November 2016

Blue skies


A blue sky always looks great, but especially when contrasted against the lovely tower of the Jerónimos Monastery. Photo taken in August 2016.

24 November 2016

A couple of buros in Belem


I found this sculpture in Belem, just outside Lisbon proper. Such a cute pair! Photo taken in August 2016.

PS: Happy Thanks giving to my American readers!

23 November 2016

Looking through


Arches also make great natural frames! Photo taken in August 2016.

22 November 2016

Arches in monochrome


I have a thing for arches. There were so many beautiful examples of them in Lisbon, especially here at the Jerónimos Monastery. Photo taken in August 2016.

21 November 2016

Angels among us


You never know when you might need a guardian angel. Luckily there's plenty of choice in Lisbon! Photo taken in August 2016.

18 November 2016

Details in black and white



A look at some of the beautiful details in the Jerónimos Monastery


I think they look especially good in black and white.


I can never resist a fierce lion! Photos taken in August 2016.

17 November 2016

The cloister


The cloisters at Jerónimos Monastery are just gorgeous and filled with so many beautiful details! It's a UNESCO World Heritage site and a must-see during any visit to Lisbon. Photo taken in August 2016.

16 November 2016

Santa Maria


Before entering the Monastery itself, you have the opportunity to visit the church of Santa Maria. 


The altar was really beautiful with lots of wonderful paintings and other details. Photos taken in August 2016.

15 November 2016

Hieronymites monastery


No trip to Lisbon would be complete without a visit to the Jerónimos Monastery in Belem. The facade already gives some idea of what beautiful details await inside. Photo taken in August 2016.

14 November 2016

Find the eyes


So many eyes! Photo taken in August 2016.

11 November 2016

Arches in black and white


I just love arches and there were plenty to be found in Lisbon! These line the

10 November 2016

Feet on the street


On the streets of Lisbon. Photo taken in August 2016.

09 November 2016

Soft pink


Lovely hydrangea blossoms from Lisbon. Photo taken in August 2016.

08 November 2016

Streetlamp and decay


There is so much beautiful decay in Lisbon. It's a shame to see, but it does make for such wonderful photos. More treasures can be found here. Photo taken in August 2016.

07 November 2016

Brick by brick


I discovered this mural while wandering the streets of Lisbon last August. With the recent Brexit vote and continuing problems with migration, I found this to be a timely message. Are we building society up or tearing it down brick by brick? This mural was painted by Portuguese artist Andrea Tarli. More murals can be found here. Photo taken in August 2016.

04 November 2016

Blue sky vista


Lisbon's many hills give way to beautiful vistas over the city and the sea beyond. More skies are at Skywatch. Photo taken in August 2016.

03 November 2016

Full color


A classic streetcar in color! I couldn't resist that vibrant red! Photo taken in August 2016.

02 November 2016

The classic


A classic Lisbon street scene. Photo taken in August 2016.

01 November 2016

Blue skies


Looking up through the ruins of the Carmo Convent atop the hills of Lisbon. You'll find more treasures here. Photo taken in August 2016.
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