In the 15th century, with the Portuguese voyages of discovery, the port of Lisbon set the tone for a city whose fortunes began to skyrocket, transforming itself into a sea port, an economic hub and a city of imperial importance.
A country with a vast coastline travelled to the end of the world in search of a dry fish which has today become the symbol of its gastronomy, culture and history
As the ultimate symbol of Portuguese culture, appreciated all over the world, the art of the Portuguese paving is one of Lisbon’s greatest attractions.