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Lisbon's Legends And Mysteries - WeekendsExplore > Portugal > Lisbon > Lisbon's Legends And Mysteries - Weekends
OverviewGet acquainted with some of the most intriguing characters from Lisbon's secrets, legends and myths. Lisbon's stunning location and historic significance are complemented by remarkable aesthetics, making it a great city to explore on foot. This tour will help you to discover the city in the company of friendly and knowledgeable guides. In addition to facts, Lisbon's 2,500 years of historical records contain many secrets, legends, and myths. On this walk, you will delve into some of the most curious ones. While helping to keep track of fantastic stories and events, some of these tales and legends gave rise to saints, heroes, and villains. You will become acquainted with some of the most intriguing of these characters, including some of whom the city is not so proud. Learn about Ulysses as the founder of Lisbon (according to Ancient Greek myth, Ulysses founded the city after he left Troy), St. Vincent and the Ravens, the young martyrs of Lisbon, the Inquisition's autos-de-fé, Gusmão's lighter-than-air airship (the Passarola), the Távora family executions, the infamous Marquis of Pombal, and the Masonic imagery in the downtown architecture. - This tour will depart rain or shine, and you will be glad that it did! Days offered: Saturday, Sunday Departures:
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