Lello Bookshop can be called the most unusual and famous bookstore in Portugal. According to many guidebooks, it is one of the ten best bookstores in the world. It is also said that this is where J. K. Rowling was inspired when she wrote her Harry Potter books.
The Lello store opened to the public in 1906. It was designed by the architect Javier Esteves in neo-Gothic and Art Nouveau styles. From the moment of its discovery and up to the present day, it has been owned by the Lello family.
The architecture of the building with elements of Art Nouveau and the luxurious interior of the store are admirable. The stained-glass windows, glass shelves, skillful woodcarving and the store's spiral staircase make a striking impression. On the second floor there is a small cafe with a capacity of only four chairs.
From the second floor you have a great view of the entire store, from here you can also get a good view of the stained-glass ceiling, decorated with the motto of the Lello family: "Meaning is in work. " It mainly sells books by Portuguese writers, as well as souvenirs and guides in different languages.
People often come to the Lello bookstore not for a book, but as a museum, so the entrance here has become paid. Opposite the store there is a kiosk where you can buy a ticket, which costs 3 euros per person.
Want to see with your own eyes - tours to Portugal, Travel Agency "Hot Line", www. hot. com. ua, +38(044)592-24-26, +38(050)418-7505, +38(067)440-3682
The Lello store opened to the public in 1906. It was designed by the architect Javier Esteves in neo-Gothic and Art Nouveau styles. From the moment of its discovery and up to the present day, it has been owned by the Lello family.
The architecture of the building with elements of Art Nouveau and the luxurious interior of the store are admirable. The stained-glass windows, glass shelves, skillful woodcarving and the store's spiral staircase make a striking impression. On the second floor there is a small cafe with a capacity of only four chairs.
From the second floor you have a great view of the entire store, from here you can also get a good view of the stained-glass ceiling, decorated with the motto of the Lello family: "Meaning is in work. " It mainly sells books by Portuguese writers, as well as souvenirs and guides in different languages.
People often come to the Lello bookstore not for a book, but as a museum, so the entrance here has become paid. Opposite the store there is a kiosk where you can buy a ticket, which costs 3 euros per person.
Want to see with your own eyes - tours to Portugal, Travel Agency "Hot Line", www. hot. com. ua, +38(044)592-24-26, +38(050)418-7505, +38(067)440-3682
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