

The world's first underground railway in London used tiles to decorate the platforms of its stations. The Portuguese cultural tradition of azulejos tile panels is well represented in Lisbon's traditions and reflects the ornate decoration of the city's churches and mosaic-like calçada pavements.
If you are interested in modern art or it is a rainy day take a trip around the Lisbon metro using a Lisboa Card, (which is also valid on Lisbon buses, trams and elevators) or a Viva Viagem card, to see some of the finest contemporary civic art and architecture in Europe.
If you are interested in modern art or it is a rainy day take a trip around the Lisbon metro using a Lisboa Card, (which is also valid on Lisbon buses, trams and elevators) or a Viva Viagem card, to see some of the finest contemporary civic art and architecture in Europe.