Lisbon: Faded but Forever Radiant

Of all the European cities I’ve visited across nearly 20 countries, Lisbon remains my favorite. This year, I returned for the third time—not to tick off landmarks, but to wander its sun-drenched soul. 🌊 Beyond the City: Sintra’s Wild Coast Picked up a car and drove to Sintra for its Atlantic drama. While most flock to Cabo da Roca, I fell for Azenhas do Mar Viewpoint—where cliffs meet crashing waves in raw, untamed beauty. ☀️ Lisbon’s Magic: Lines & Lookouts 🚋 The Yellow Tram Routes Followed the tracks aimlessly, pausing at unassuming corners to wait for a tram to rattle by—each frame a postcard. 🌇 The Miradouros (Viewpoints) Lisbon’s heartbeat is its hilltop terraces. My picks: Miradouro das Portas do Sol → Sunrise gold Miradouro da Senhora do Monte → Sunset fire Castelo de S. Jorge → Ancient heights Miradouro da Graça → Local vibes 📷 Shot on Nikon Z8 by @leoczhowe #LisbonLove #SlowTravel #BeyondChecklists #PortugalDiaries