Think of the Hamptons and beaches might come to mind. South Edison beach no frills beach with seasonal restrooms and lifeguards that is worth a visit if you’re visiting the area.

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Arco da Rua Augusta in Lisbon, Portugal

The Arco da Rua Augusta was built in 1755 to commemorate the city’s reconstruction after the 1755 earthquake and was completed in 1873. Today, it functions as a historical building and visitor attraction, offering views of the city’s hills and the Praça do Comércio down below.

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Padrão dos Descobrimentos in Lisbon, Portugal

Padrão dos Descobrimentos is a monument that depicts a “romanticized idealization of Portuguese exploration.”

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Trams in Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon, built on seven hills, is not like other cities. When we say hills, it’s more like residential mountains. Some of these hills are so steep and grueling for the likes of newbies, that the trams are a welcomed mode of transportation. The tram network comprises of antiquated “Remodelado” trams and the modern “Articulado” trams.

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Carmo Convent in Lisbon, Portugal

The Convent of Our Lady of Mount Carmel or Convento da Ordem do Carmo is a former Catholic convent in Lisbon. The building was partially destroyed during the 1755 earthquake. It enjoyed the typical life of a church until the earthquake, which destroyed the library. In 1902, construction began to restore the facade and build some arches. Today, the space is an archaeological museum and much of the main space is open air.

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Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon, Portugal

Jerónimos Monastery was formerly home to the Order of Saint Jerome. Construction began in 1501 and was completed nearly a hundred years later. The architectural style is Manueline, which is elaborate, ornate, draws on maritime influences and themes and also known as Portuguese late Gothic. Every corner features whimsy and layers of architectural detail. There are two floors accessible to the public and the space surrounds an inner courtyard.

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Fado Music at Mascote da Atalaia in Lisbon, Portugal

Fado, a genre of music distinct to Portugal. Performed in pubs, cafes, and restaurants like this one, it’s slow, lyrical, melancholic. This type of music is often paired with the word saudade, meaning longing, as relating to the Portuguese culture of Maritime adventure. A loss with great consequences. Those who venture out to sea, never to return. This genre is completely unique and unlike anything we’ve experienced. There is an intimacy with a live performance.

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Timeout Market in Lisbon, Portugal

Timeout Market - a warehouse sized space that opened in May 2014, serves as a market, a cafeteria, a museum, and a gathering space. Come here and within stalls of each other, you will find decadent desserts, fresh seafood, succulent meat, and so much more. Lisbon is a relatively affordable city considering the quality and freshness of the food, as well as the intricacies of some dishes. Timeout Market is just a convenient location to eat, soak in the culture, and even buy some souvenirs.

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Santa Justa Lift in Lisbon, Portugal

The Santa Justa Lift or Carmo Lift is an elevator that opened in 1899, connecting the lower streets of Baixa to Carmo Square. Because Lisbon has so many hills, an elevator like this one is very practical in reaching new heights.

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