Setubal
It is said that Setubal 's history can be dated back to the Roman time and even the town was founded by a relative of Noah . Its wealth is mainly derived from the sea and harbour. The fishing salting industry started in 1st century AD and the town's harbour is where King Alfonso V set sail in 1458 to conquer Alcacer Ceguera in Morocco . Today, the highlights of Setubal are the beach at Troia , the Fort of Sao Filipe and the gorgeous panoramic views. We took an express bus from Praca de Espanha ( blue metro line ). It passes by Águas Livres Aqueduct which was built between 1731 and 1747 due to a severe lack of drinking water in Lisbon . The main course covers 18km. The whole network of canals extends through nearly 58km. The bus route goes further and will pass the Ponte 25 de Abril Bridge . One can have a fantastic view of the Cristo Rei at the return trip. We first headed to the Monastery of Jesus , a Manueline ( Portuga...