Sunday, November 13, 2011

Alfama, Lisbon

Lisboa - Alfama - Jogo do Berlinde, 1930
(Berlind game)
by Joao Martins

Received on: 13 Nov, 2011
Sender: Sophie from Dresden, Germany
Alfama is the oldest district of Lisbon, spreading on the slope between the Castle of Lisbon and the Tejo river. Its name comes from the Arabic Al-hamma, meaning fountains or baths. It contains many important historical attractions, with many Fado bars and restaurants.

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