A Different Lisbon Photography Guide: Best Spots And Tips
Discover the best Lisbon photography spots and useful tips to get the best memories from Portugal!
I have been more than once in Lisbon, and I plan on visiting it again. This is something rare on me, someone that loves discovering new places, cultures, countries… but Lisbon is special. Compared to its sister Porto, Lisbon is chaotic, noisier, and more cosmopolitan. It is easy to navigate, but easy to get lost, and it has plenty of photo opportunities, something that I am always looking for in any city that I visit. If you love street photography, Lisbon has a special light. It won’t be long until I visit it again. Until then, these are my top Lisbon photography spots, and some tips on how to capture the city!
Lisbon religious photography spots
Sé de Lisboa:
Lisbon’s cathedral (Sé in Portuguese) was built in 1147bc, although as most Romanesque churches, it has been destroyed, rebuilt, and modified through the centuries. Now it has an interesting mix of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque styles. It is listed in this guide for two specific reasons:
Its cloister: I am a huge fan of cloisters, and I find them a very interesting place for photography. In fact, this is not the only cloister featured in this guide. I found it quiet, with lots of details. Of course, the first part will depend on the date, hour of the day… but the little details make it worth it.
The surrounds: Even if you are not into cloisters, get close to the Sé. Cathedrals are usually in elevated positions and this is not an exception. The tram line that passes next to the Cathedral, the narrow streets, or the cute kiosks are perfect photographic opportunities. Read More…