The Portugal visit of the Natividad's took them to Lisbon. A mountainous tram ride of Lisbon with an early Port "sweet" wine gave them a breath taking view of Alfama, the city's medieval Moorish district in a maze of narrow streets and houses decorated in tile work. Lisbon, the capital and cultural heart of Portugal includes the Rossio Square in the heart of Baixa, cental shopping centre of Lisbon.
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| Entrance to the Jeronimos Monastery |
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| Side entrance to the Jeronimos Monastery |
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| PeaEye @ The Monument of Discoveries |
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| Modern Monument of Discoveries (C.1960) | |
with the Natividad's travelling friends, The Lopezes, The Matas and The Guanzons
Travelling 2-3 hours inland, they found their way to Fatima. Since 1917, the tiny village of Fatima has become one of the most visited pilgrimage centers in the world. May, 1917, three shepherd children reported seeing a lady whom they recognized as the Virgin Mary. Today, the majestic Basilica hosts pilgrims every year.
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| PeaEye @ The walkway in front of the Basilica |
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