Lisbon, Portugal

Praça do Comércio

Praça do Comércio, Lisbon

Lisbon's grand riverfront square, laid out after the 1755 earthquake on the site of the destroyed Ribeira royal palace. Yellow Pombaline arcades frame the bronze equestrian statue of King José I, with the Tagus lapping at its marble steps.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Praça do Comércio, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 38.7075, -9.13639

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