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7 fact-checked facts about Lisbon's geography, history and landmarks, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

Lisbon is the capital of which country?

AnswerPortugal

Lisbon is Portugal's capital and largest city.

Lisbon lies on the edge of which ocean?

AnswerAtlantic Ocean

Lisbon is on Europe's Atlantic coast.

Going deeper

In what year did the great earthquake strike Lisbon?

Answer1755

The 1755 earthquake, tsunami and fires devastated the city.

Which vintage tram line is famous for winding through Lisbon's historic districts?

AnswerTram 28

Tram 28 climbs through Graca, Alfama and Baixa.

What is the traditional music genre of Lisbon?

AnswerFado

Fado is known for mournful songs of longing.

Expert level

In what year did Portugal's Carnation Revolution take place?

Answer1974

The largely peaceful revolution of April 25, 1974 ended the dictatorship.

On which holiday did the 1755 Lisbon earthquake strike?

AnswerAll Saints' Day

It struck on the morning of November 1, 1755, when many were at church.

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