Thursday, October 24 Lisbon
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| The dome of the Basilica de Estrela |
We walked to the Basilica de Estrela, following the tram track and took a look inside. Large, and very Baroque, it is considered a minor basilica in our guidebook. It was build in the mid 1700's by Queen Maria I in thanks for producing children for the future crown. She dedicated the basilica to the Sacred Heart of Jesus - the first in the world to be so dedicated.
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| Front facade of the Basilica |
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| This poor woman is missing a finger.... |
We then crossed the street to visit the gardens – but it was getting dark and we couldn’t see very much. It was dark by the time we returned, about 7:30 and we were ready for dinner.
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| Jardim de Estrela - many acres of parkland to be explored on another day... |
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| Looking from the park to the facade of the Basilica |
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| Interesting marble paver designs on the sidewalks |
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| Selling roasted chestnuts, and buying gelato |
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