Lisbon!

Finally, I know. And by the way, these will be the last pictures I ever take of Portugal because I think it's iilegal for me to re-enter the country.

The National Pantheon of Portugal. Not really sure what that means but it's a pretty cool building.

Portugal only got democracy 30 years ago. Still have some kinks to work out.

Torre de Belem. Built in the 15th century to celebrate Portugal's short-lived position as most powerful country in the world.

At the Maritime Museum. This wheel was from some sort of colonial ship I think. The displays weren't usually in English.

Lisbon is built on seven hills which allows for pictures like this. Unfortunately it means walking up and down seven hills.

Notice my jacket in my hands. The weather was beautiful.

Jeronimo's Monestary. Vasco de Gama is in there!

St. Joao (George). His castle overlooks the city.

So...many...stairs...

Beautiful view.

The good ol' days.

Beautiful view of the Vasco de Gama bridge and the Christ the Redeemer statue.

At the tomb of Vasco de Gama. Quick! Name another Portugese person!

All in all, Portugal was fun, albeit fairly dirty. It apparently has a reputation of being the "Mexico" of Western Europe. They have also supposedly made a lot of strides towards progress since their dictator died in the 70's. Still not up to the level of Central Europe.