Lisbon, December 28th, 2015
Alfama Love.
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| Photo by The Travel Butterfly |
Last night while I was in bed, I got homesick. It was weird that it happened so early on the trip. For some reason I was missing my mom’s house, being with her…
This morning, however, I feel renewed, rested and happy to begin another day….
I thought I could get to Castillo San Jorge today, but it’s drizzling and one of the attractions is to enjoy the view of the city from one of its towers. So, I decide to go to Alfama. I’ve seen so many amazing photos, so this was on the top of my list.
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| Photo by The Travel Butterfly |
I walk a few blocks, and here I am in Alfama…..and I’m in love. This place is magical; I stop following a map because I truly don’t mind getting lost while discovering its charming alleys. I must be smiling because many people are smiling at me, and it feels great…
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| Photo by The Travel Butterfly |
I run into this lady with white hair, she smiles and advises I keep my bag close. I didn’t realize it was open.
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| Photo by The Travel Butterfly. |
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| Photo by The Travel Butterfly. |
After walking for a couple of hours, I end up at the Mirador. It was on my agenda but I ended up here by accident. My love for Lisbon is growing by the minute. This view of the city changing colors at night is priceless; I sit down just to enjoy the view.
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| Photo by The Travel Butterfly. |
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| Photo by The Travel Butterfly. |
My mind starts wandering: I should have booked a place here in Alfama. Then, I start thinking about the following weeks; where am I going to go next? Porto? Madeira?
Do I stay here?...ah!, the beauty of spontaneous traveling!
To be continued...
