Miradouro de Santa Luzia (Santa Luzia Viewpoint), Lisbon

Miradouro de Santa Luzia (Santa Luzia Viewpoint), Lisbon

The Santa Luzia Viewpoint sits in close proximity to the Portas do Sol Viewpoint, offering the same iconic view over Alfama's tiled roofs and churches, extending to the Tagus estuary. Although this vantage point may be slightly less advantageous, it compensates with its cozy and inviting atmosphere, featuring a beautifully landscaped garden spread across multiple levels, azalea trees, ample seating arrangements (some protected by pergola-like roofs), and captivating wall panels adorned with the traditional "azulejo" blue tiles.

One of these tiled panels depicts a crucial milestone in Portuguese history, the "Reconquista" (the liberation of the Iberian Peninsula from Moorish occupation), displayed on the exterior wall of the Santa Luzia church. Meanwhile, the second "azulejo" mural showcases the Commerce Square ("Praça do Comércio") as it appeared before the devastating 1755 earthquake, positioned on the opposite boundary of the observation terrace, further down the hill.

There's a small café on the premises, as well as restrooms (to locate the latter, simply ascend a few steps up the hill, turn the corner at the church, and follow the steps downward). Fortunately, the Santa Luzia and Portas do Sol lookout points are just a minute's stroll away from each other, so there's no need to choose between them; you can delight in both during the same sightseeing excursion.

Tip:
Be sure to keep an eye out for the small market on the left, offering various cork products and textiles if you're considering souvenirs. With a bit of bargaining, you'll discover that the prices here are much more favorable than other places.

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Sight Name: Miradouro de Santa Luzia (Santa Luzia Viewpoint)
Sight Location: Lisbon, Portugal (See walking tours in Lisbon)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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