Restoration Square
Lisbon Portugal Tourist Information and Vacation Guide
Restoration Square is one of three large squares located in the Baixa District of Lisbon. It features a large obelisk at its centre.
This city square separates modern Lisbon from the historic Baixa District. The Rossio Train Station is located on the square.
The beautiful Avenida da Liberdade boulevard runs north from the Restoration Square to Pombal Square.
Obelisk in Restoration Square, Lisbon
Restoration Square commemorates the 1640 uprising against Spanish rule that "restored" Portuguese independence.
The city square is called "Praca dos Restauradores" in Portuguese.
