Lisbon – Europe’s capital of cool by Roberto Moiola
Low prices, a high quality of life and a buzzing arts scene are attracting dynamic young creatives and tech entrepreneurs from all around the world to this sunny seaside city. Travel photographer Roberto Moiola recently visited Portugal’s cool capital, capturing the fresh energy of its charming cobbled streets, relaxing coastline and architectural wonders. Roberto has travelled through Europe, the Arctic, North and South America, the Caribbean, Africa and Asia, motivated by a passion for nature and a strong interest in local peoples.

Romantic atmosphere in the old streets of Alfama with the castle in the background and tram number 28, Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

Colors and decoration of the romanticist castle Palacio da Pena, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sao Pedro de Penaferrim, Sintra, Lisbon district, Portugal, Europe

Sunrise colors the clouds reflected in Tagus River and frame the Vasco da Gama bridge in Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

Terracotta roofs and the ancient dome seen from Miradouro Alfama one of the many viewpoints of Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

A tourist admires the majestic Vasco da Gama Bridge over the River Tagus, Parque das Nacoes, Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

Ocean waves crashing on the sandy beach of Cascais, surrounded by cliffs, Estoril Coast, Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

The colorful murals around Vasco Da Gama bridge emphasize its architecture and atmosphere at dawn, Lisbon, Portugal, Europe