Lisbon at a Glance
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Portugal |
| Population | approx. 550,000 (metropolitan area 2.9 million) |
| Language | Portuguese |
| Currency | Euro (€) |
| Time Zone | WET (UTC+0), Daylight Saving WEST (UTC+1) — 1 hour behind Germany |
| Electricity | 230V, Type C/F — German plugs fit |
| Drinking Water | Tap water drinkable (chlorinated, bottled water common) |
| Telephone Code | +351 (21 for Lisbon) |
| Internet TLD | .pt |
| Visa | EU/Schengen — no visa required for EU citizens |
| Area | 100 km² (compact!) |
| Highest Point | Monsanto (227 m) |
| Location | On the north bank of the Tagus, near the Atlantic coast |
