Tag Archives: Oporto

Obrigado, Porto

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

I only had a brief visit to Porto, but this charming video has inspired me to spend more time there the next time that I’m in Portugal. “Thank you, Porto” is a sweet tribute to Portugal’s second city by director … Continue reading →

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Reader’s Choice: Bookshop Porn II

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Brian D. Butler

With its imposing neo-Gothic facade and Art Nouveau interiors,Livraria Lello has been Oporto, Portugal’s leading bookseller since 1881. Livraria Lello is the epitome of the old-world bookstore. The jawdroppingly beautiful interior is decorated with bronze bas-reliefs, glass enclosed bookcases, soaring stained glass … Continue reading →

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