Things to do in  Almada

Towering above Lisbon is the National Sanctuary of Christ the King (Cristo Rei), built to thank God for protecting Portugal during World War II. The 361-foot (110-meter) monument was inspired by Rio de Janeiro’s Christ the Redeemer, and looks over the Tagus River (Rio Tejo) and 25th of April Bridge (Ponte 25 de Abril). It’s also home to a chapel and intricately carved sculptures of saints Matthew, Luke, Mark, and John.

The historic Dom Fernando II e Glória frigate was the Portuguese Navy’s last wooden sailing warship. Featuring 50 cannons, the vessel has been restored to appear as it did when the Portuguese Navy launched it in 1843. The ship, now dry-docked just outside of Lisbon, is one of the best-preserved examples of a wooden-hulled frigate in the world, making it a must-visit for travelers interested in maritime history.