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Elvador de Santa Justa Lift , also called Carmo Lift (Elevador do Carmo) it connects downtown streets with the uphill Carmo Sq.
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Description
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The Iron Lift is 45 metres tall and is decorated in neogothic style, with a different pattern on each storey. The top is reached by helicoidal staircase and has a terrace that offers views of Lisbon Castle, Rossio square and the Baixa neighbourhood of Lisboa. This lift has become an important tourist attraction in Lisbon. |
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Keywords
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The, Santa, Justa, Lift, was, designed, by, Raul, Mesnier, de, Ponsard,, an, engineer, born, in, Oporto, to, French, parents,, and, apprentice, of, Gustave, Eiffel. |
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