LISBON TRAVEL GUIDE
Episode Transcript:
Hi! Welcome to the fifth episode of About Cities!
I hope you enjoyed the previous episodes about Damascus and Toronto because I have definitely enjoyed making them.
Make sure to like and subscribe because that will motivate me to create some more.
In this episode, I will be covering the city where I'm currently at.
I'll give you some hints and let's see if you can guess. It's located in Western Europe.
This city has a nickname as the City of Seven Hills, the White City or the City of Light.
Have you guessed?
This episode is about Lisboa or Lisbon.
Let's start with the geographical location.
Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and it is located on the western coast overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It is situated on the northern bank of the Tagus River or the Tejo River in Portuguese and it is bordered by the central mountains to the northwest. And to the east, we have the municipality of Loures.
The distance between Lisbon and Porto, which is the second most important city in Portugal towards the north, is approximately 310 kilometers, which takes around 3 to 4 hours of driving depending on the traffic. And the distance between Lisbon and Albufeira, which is in Algarve or the south of Portugal, is around 260 kilometers, which takes around 2.5 to 3.5 hours of driving depending on the traffic.
And if we drive east of Lisbon for 2 to 3 hours, we reach the Spanish border at the City of Badajos.
Something that I didn't mention in the previous episodes is the latitude location of these cities.
So, Lisbon is located at a higher latitude than Damascus and lower latitude than Toronto, at 38.7 degrees north.
The City of Lisbon has an area of 100 square kilometers. And if we compare it to the area of the City of Damascus, which we came across in a previous episode as 105 square kilometers, it's very comparable. So, Lisbon and Damascus are similar in size as opposed to Toronto, which is 6 to 7 times bigger than both Lisbon and Damascus.
The official language spoken in Lisbon is Portuguese, which is the 6 most spoken language in the world.
And apparently there's a difference between Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese in pronunciation.
Now, to the population in density of Lisbon, as of January 2022, Lisbon had a population of 500,000 people.
And the density based on the area is 5,000 people per square kilometers. From comparing with Damascus and Toronto, we can see that Damascus has the highest population density among the 3 cities, followed by Lisbon and then Toronto.
The flag of Lisbon is also known as the flag of Saint Vincent, is black and white with the coat of arms of Lisbon in the center.
And the city logo is a silhouette of a ship with two crows sitting on its sides,
which originates from the legend of Saint Vincent, who is the patron saint of the city of Lisbon.
And I've already mentioned in the beginning of the episode, the nicknames of the city of Lisbon, which are the city of 7 hills, La ciudad da Sette Colinas in Portuguese, other nicknames include the white city or the city of light.
But the origin of the name of the city of Lisbon is uncertain and there are several theories about its origin.
One of the theories mentions that the city's ancient name, Olisipo or Olisipo, potentially comes from the Phoenician phrase "Ulysse Ubo",
meaning "delightful little port". Another theory about the origin of Lisbon's name traces it back to the legend linking its foundation to Odysseus, Olisys, who founded Lisbon after leaving Troy and later, Olisipo became Olisipona, which became Lisboa in Portuguese.
Something to note that under Julius Caesar's reign, Lisbon was called "Felicitas Julia".
The five minutes are up, and we reached the end of the first part of our episode about Lisbon.
I really hope you enjoyed listening in and that you learned something that you didn't know about this beautiful city.
Stay tuned to learn more in the second part about the city of Lisbon.
Muito obrigada!
Hi! Welcome to the fifth episode of About Cities!
I hope you enjoyed the previous episodes about Damascus and Toronto because I have definitely enjoyed making them.
Make sure to like and subscribe because that will motivate me to create some more.
In this episode, I will be covering the city where I'm currently at.
I'll give you some hints and let's see if you can guess. It's located in Western Europe.
This city has a nickname as the City of Seven Hills, the White City or the City of Light.
Have you guessed?
This episode is about Lisboa or Lisbon.
Let's start with the geographical location.
Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and it is located on the western coast overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It is situated on the northern bank of the Tagus River or the Tejo River in Portuguese and it is bordered by the central mountains to the northwest. And to the east, we have the municipality of Loures.
The distance between Lisbon and Porto, which is the second most important city in Portugal towards the north, is approximately 310 kilometers, which takes around 3 to 4 hours of driving depending on the traffic. And the distance between Lisbon and Albufeira, which is in Algarve or the south of Portugal, is around 260 kilometers, which takes around 2.5 to 3.5 hours of driving depending on the traffic.
And if we drive east of Lisbon for 2 to 3 hours, we reach the Spanish border at the City of Badajos.
Something that I didn't mention in the previous episodes is the latitude location of these cities.
So, Lisbon is located at a higher latitude than Damascus and lower latitude than Toronto, at 38.7 degrees north.
The City of Lisbon has an area of 100 square kilometers. And if we compare it to the area of the City of Damascus, which we came across in a previous episode as 105 square kilometers, it's very comparable. So, Lisbon and Damascus are similar in size as opposed to Toronto, which is 6 to 7 times bigger than both Lisbon and Damascus.
The official language spoken in Lisbon is Portuguese, which is the 6 most spoken language in the world.
And apparently there's a difference between Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese in pronunciation.
Now, to the population in density of Lisbon, as of January 2022, Lisbon had a population of 500,000 people.
And the density based on the area is 5,000 people per square kilometers. From comparing with Damascus and Toronto, we can see that Damascus has the highest population density among the 3 cities, followed by Lisbon and then Toronto.
The flag of Lisbon is also known as the flag of Saint Vincent, is black and white with the coat of arms of Lisbon in the center.
And the city logo is a silhouette of a ship with two crows sitting on its sides,
which originates from the legend of Saint Vincent, who is the patron saint of the city of Lisbon.
And I've already mentioned in the beginning of the episode, the nicknames of the city of Lisbon, which are the city of 7 hills, La ciudad da Sette Colinas in Portuguese, other nicknames include the white city or the city of light.
But the origin of the name of the city of Lisbon is uncertain and there are several theories about its origin.
One of the theories mentions that the city's ancient name, Olisipo or Olisipo, potentially comes from the Phoenician phrase "Ulysse Ubo",
meaning "delightful little port". Another theory about the origin of Lisbon's name traces it back to the legend linking its foundation to Odysseus, Olisys, who founded Lisbon after leaving Troy and later, Olisipo became Olisipona, which became Lisboa in Portuguese.
Something to note that under Julius Caesar's reign, Lisbon was called "Felicitas Julia".
The five minutes are up, and we reached the end of the first part of our episode about Lisbon.
I really hope you enjoyed listening in and that you learned something that you didn't know about this beautiful city.
Stay tuned to learn more in the second part about the city of Lisbon.
Muito obrigada!
1. LOCATION:
Lisbon is situated on the western coast of Portugal, along the estuary of the Tagus River. It is located in the central-western part of the country. 2. GEOGRAPHIC BORDERS: Lisbon is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south, the municipalities of Oeiras and Amadora to the northwest, and Loures and Odivelas to the north. 3. SIGNIFICANCE IN HISTORY: As one of the oldest cities in Europe, Lisbon has a rich history dating back over two millennia. It was a significant hub during the Age of Discovery and played a crucial role in maritime exploration. Lisbon was also heavily impacted by the devastating earthquake of 1755 and subsequent rebuilding efforts. 4. AREA: Lisbon covers an area of approximately 100 square kilometers (39 square miles), making it the largest city in Portugal. 5. POPULATION AND DENSITY: As of September 2021, Lisbon had a population of over 500,000 people within the city proper, with a greater metropolitan area population of around 2.8 million inhabitants. The city is densely populated, especially in its historic districts. 6. LANGUAGE: Portuguese is the official language spoken in Lisbon and throughout Portugal. English is widely spoken, particularly in tourist areas and among the younger population. 7. LANDMARKS: Lisbon boasts numerous iconic landmarks, including the historic Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the imposing São Jorge Castle overlooking the city; and the 25 de Abril Bridge, reminiscent of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. The Alfama district, with its narrow streets and historic charm, is also a notable landmark. 8. ECONOMY: Lisbon has a diverse economy, with key sectors including tourism, finance, technology, and services. The city's port is one of the busiest in Europe, facilitating trade and commerce. Lisbon is also becoming increasingly recognized as a hub for startups and innovation. 9. GASTRONOMY: Lisbon's culinary scene is characterized by fresh seafood, traditional Portuguese dishes like bacalhau (salted codfish), and pastéis de nata (custard tarts). The city's vibrant food markets, such as Mercado da Ribeira, offer a variety of flavors and culinary experiences. 10. FLAG AND LOGO Lisbon's flag features a field of alternating black and white, with the city's coat of arms centred. |
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