Baixa district
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It was the Marquis de Pombal who brought the Baixa district back to life after the catastrophic earthquake of 1755. He had buildings constructed in the neo-classical “Pombaline” style and organized in a grid plan that gave the district a very linear look. Not even the street names were left to chance, each named after a particular trade! You’ll find Gold Street, Silver Street, Shoemakers Street, Gilders Street and so on… That is to say, back then, you could find what you were looking for in a flash. Need gold? Head to Gold Street. Shoes? Shoemaker’s Street. Simple as that! Today, the Baixa district is arguably one of Lisbon’s liveliest neighborhoods, popular with visitors and locals alike.
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