Mosteiro dos Jerónimos – a stand out jewel in Belem, Lisbon worth visiting The Mosteiro dos Jerónimos in Belem is a stunning display of architecture that exemplifies the magnificent Gothic Manueline style that showcases the Portuguese Renaissance...
Belem Tower in Lisbon: An Iconic Landmark that Chronicles Centuries of History (updated 2023) One of the most iconic sites in Belem, the Belem Tower or Torre de Belem plays a historic and important role in the defense of the city of Lisbon. The Belem Tower known as...
Treasures and Trinkets: Exploring Feira da Ladra – Lisbon’s Flea Market (2023) If you love flea markets, then this is Lisbon’s most famous flea markets to visit in the Alfama district. The meaning of Feira da Labra translates into the Thieves Market which...
Hi, I'm Noel, a writer and photographer based in San Francisco and Hawaii. I write about delicious food and wine indulgences, thoughtful luxury, and adventure travel. I share camera tips and techniques while exploring new and unusual places around the world. My site explores culture and history, art and architecture, world heritage sites, exotic locals, along with nature tours and natural landscapes worldwide. Quite a mixed bag of curiosities and quirky interests, just like myself.
