Enjoying an Aerial View of Lisbon Without Riding the Santa Justa Lift - Portugal

There are many interesting incredible attractions to see in Lisbon, Portugal. In a couple of well known travel shows, the hosts recommended a place on one's Lisbon Portugal trip: the Santa Justa lift. Therefore, the Santa Justa Lift was also on our to see list while we were in Lisbon.

This wrought-iron elevator erected in 1902, is located in the Baixa -Chiado district. This lift was designed by Raoul Mesnier du Ponsard, the architect responsible for the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris. The lift transports visitors 148 feet skyward, offering an incredible bird's eyeview of Lisbon's historic neighborhoods.

Because the Santan Justa Lift was so famous that it attracted a lot of visitors to Lisbon. On the way, we visited the Baixa-Chiado district, there were many people lining up for the lift. Alway trying to avoid long lineups, we seeked an alternate way to get up to the hill instead of spending time on the line up. While walking up the hill instead of riding the elevator, we stopped, enjoyed some nice scenery, a drink on the patio cafe and some free music.

When we reached to the top of where the elevator was supposed to deliver its riders, we discovered a magnificent aerial view of the city of Lisbon. It was quite a breathtaking scene! The weather was mild and the scenery was spectacular. With nice music playng in the backgroun, we sat on the patio and enjoyed some famous local refreshments. What a lovely way to spend an afternoon!

RT, SANTA JUSTA lIFT Lisbon, Portugal