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Lisbon Marathon
The Lisbon Marathon is attracting more and more
runners each year as its reputation extends as one of the best
marathons in the world, primarily because of the beautiful city in
which it is run but also because of the high level of organisation.
Crowds gather to cheer the runners on as they prepare to start the
full marathon or the half marathon. The race starts in the Praça do
Comércio and does three circular routes, east, west and north, each
time returning to the start point.
Venue:
Date: 7 December 2008
Website: www.lisbon-marathon.com/index.html
Carnival
The Rio Carnival may be the most famous in the world
but it all started here in Portugal's capital. Even though today
the Brazilian infused mega-carnival on the other side receives most
of the international attention, the Lisbon Carnival, a celebration
of the end of winter, is still a major event on the city's
calendar. The entrudo is the highlight of the festival, closing on
the last day, and processions of floats make their way down the
colourful streets while jugglers and masked celebrators join in the
cacophony of music and cheering. The focal point of the festival is
in Parque Nações but parties are celebrated all along the
coast.
Venue:
Date: 1-5 February 2008
Website: