ÅVONTUURA reveals 13th architecture guide to ground-breaking Wandering Series
Featuring a beautifully illustrated map on one side, and a thoroughly researched set of building icons on the other, the Wandering Series is the perfect travel companion for those who enjoy visiting and experiencing architecture on their adventures. No longer will you have to rely on generic travel guides or spend countless hours searching online to cobble a list of must-see buildings together – the Wandering Series does the hard work for you, and presents the best of a city’s architecture in a highly visual and presentable way.
Boasting a rich architectural heritage that spans centuries, Lisbon’s historic landmarks include the Belem Tower (pictured below); a fortified 16th-century structure that served as a point of embarkation for Portuguese explorers, as well as the nearby Monument to Discoveries, a striking tribute to explorers such as the legendary Vasco da Gama.
The Praca do Comercio (pictured next below), is a grand waterfront square rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake and epitomizes Pombaline architecture with its symmetrical, earthquake-resistant design.
One of our favourites, though, is the far reaching Santa Justa Lift; an elegant iron elevator from the early 20th century offering panoramic views of the city.
Modern architectural gems can also be found in Lisbon, like the Cineteatro Capitolio, a 1930s Art Deco cinema recently restored to its former glory, and the Edificio Franjinhas, a distinctive mid-century building known for its unique facade.
And for all its old city charm, contemporary architecture shines brightest in Lisboa with the Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (otherwise known as MAAT) by AL_A; a flowing, sinuous design along the Tagus River, which also serves as the inspiration for our guide’s cover.
Venture north and the Gare do Oriente by Santiago Calatrava serves as a key transportation hub in the city’s northeast with its floral and skeletal structure.
Additionally, the Expo’98 Portuguese National Pavilion, masterfully designed by Álvaro Siza features an enormous and incredibly thin concrete canopy, draped effortlessly between two mighty porticoes and framing a dramatic view of the water.
Our Architecture Guide to Lisbon also includes a section on the nearby town of Sintra, renowned for its romantic and eclectic buildings. Highlights include the colorful Pena Palace, a 19th-century Romanticist castle perched on a hilltop, the mystical Quinta da Regaleira with its intricate gardens and enigmatic Initiation Well, and the Sintra National Palace, showcasing a mix of Gothic, Manueline, and Moorish styles. This section offers a deeper understanding of the diverse architectural influences shaping the region.
This thoroughly researched architecture guide is a must-have for architecture enthusiasts of all ages. It makes travel planning effortless and boasts an up-to-date curated list of contemporary, modern and historic buildings not found anywhere else; the perfect pocket-companion for your next trip abroad!
You can purchase our Architecture Guide to Lisbon here, which includes free shipping worldwide.
