Parque das Nações - A Leisure, Commercial and Residential Area in Lisbon: On the eastern side of Lisbon sits Parque das Nações (Park of the Nations), a waterfront area whose modern structures contrast spectacularly to the city's old quarters.  Seeing Parque das Nações today, one would not suspect that this area was once an eyesore.  Parque das Nações An oil refinery, a seaplane terminal and other downtrodden structures dotted the wharf.  But with the selection of the area … [Read more...]