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CONTENTS History
Travel into Portugal
Geography
Telecommunications
Locations
Working hours
Language
Equivalent measures
Climate
Health
Time zones
Pharmacies
Cost of living
Accommodation
Electricity
Public transportation
Schedules
Useful contacts
Before you set off – things to do
Culture and touristic information
Survival Portuguese
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HISTORY
Legend says that Lisbon was founded by Ulysses. The name comes from the word “Olissipo” which has its origins in the Phoenician words “Alis Ubbo” meaning “enchanting port”.
Several different cultures occupied the city through the ages: the Greeks, the Carthaginians and then, in 205 BC, the Romans, who stayed until the 5th century AD. After some tribal chaos, the city was taken over by North African Moors in 714. They fortified the city they called Lissabona and stayed for over 450 years, explaining the strong Arabic influences.
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In the 12th century the Christians re-conquered the city, but it was not until the mid 13th century that Lisbon became the country’s capital. With the beginning of the Portuguese Age of Discoveries, Lisbon became a spice and jewellery trade centre. The breakthrough for the Portuguese expansion came in 1498 when Vasco da Gama discovered the sea route to India. This was indeed the beginning of a golden age, characterized by the Manueline architectural style named after King Manuel I, with its typical decorative use of maritime motifs. Over the centuries, Lisbon naturally grew and changed. The city centre was almost completely destroyed by the earthquake of 1755, it was rebuilt by Marquês de Pombal, who created the Baixa Pombalina, a commercial area that still retains much of its original layout. Lisbon is a historic capital, a potpourri of unusual character and charm, where 800 years of cultural influences mingle with modern trends and life styles creating spectacular contrasts and a wonderful place to live in.
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GEOGRAPHICAL SITUATION Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and lies on the north bank of the Tagus Estuary, on the European Atlantic coast. It is the most western city in continental Europe. Greater Lisbon has an area of approximately 1,000 km2. The city lies in the centre of the country, approximately 300 km from the Algarve in the south and 400 km from the northern border with Spain. The capital offers a wide variety of options to the visitor, including beaches, countryside, mountains and areas of historical interest only a few kilometers away from the city centre.
LANGUAGE Portuguese is a Latin based language and the mother tongue of over 250 million people in the world. Portuguese is the official language in several countries like Angola, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, São Tomé e Príncipe in Africa, Brazil in South America and East Timor in Asia.
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COST OF LIVING The following information was based on inquiries to International students who studied at Católica.
Different people have different needs and different life styles therefore our intention is simply to provide a basis for you to work on when organizing your stay. •
Meals: 400 - 600€ / month
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Renting a room: 350 - 750€ / month
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Renting an apartment: 800 - 1200€ / month
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Monthly ticket for public transportation: 37€
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Coffee: 0,6€
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CLIMATE Due to the influence of the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon has a mild climate throughout the year. The temperatures in the summer months are an open invitation for a walk by the river, or to spend an afternoon in one of the many street cafĂŠs to be found all over the city. Although the temperatures may fall in the autumn and winter months, sunshine is almost always a constant feature.
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TIME ZONES (GMT / UTC GMT / UTC +1 in summer)
Australia
Camberra
+10h
Brazil
BrasÃlia
-3h
France
Paris
+1h
Germany
Bona
+1h
Holland
Amsterdam
+1h
Italy
Rome
+1h
Japan
Tokyo
+9h
Norway
Oslo
+1h
South Africa
Cape Town
+2h
Spain
Madrid
+1h
Sweden
Stockholm
+1h
UK
London
=
USA
Chicago
-6h
USA
Los Angeles
-8h
USA
New York
-5h
USA
Washington
-5h
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ELECTRICITY Voltage: 220/240V. at a frequency of 50 Hz. All sockets follow European standards. Plugs are normally 2-pin round and all lamp fittings are of the screw-type. To use American-type plugs, a 220-volt transformer should be used together with an adapter plug.
BEFORE YOU SET OFF – THINGS TO DO Deal with your passport and visa (if you are from a country outside of EU) with at least three months in advance; Find out from your home university about the financial situation while you are in Portugal and budget for the amount you will need, considering the cost of living in Portugal. Contact your bank for potential transfers of funds; Get the necessary documents to gain access to the Portuguese National Health System; Study accommodation options.
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TRAVEL INTO PORTUGAL Students from EU/EEA countries do not need to have a visa to enter Portugal, but they must have a valid national identity card or equivalent document. Students from outside EU must obtain a visa. It is the responsibility of each student to request a visa in order to be able to arrive in Lisbon on time for the first day of classes. Visas must be requested before leaving your home country, at the Portuguese diplomatic mission or consulate in your country of residence. Granting this visa may take up to 90 days. When requesting a Student Visa you will need proof of your acceptance by the Catholic University of Portugal and the admission letter we issue is usually enough. However, we advise you to contact the Portuguese Embassy or Consulate closest to you for a list of the documents required to study in Portugal.
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You can find below the Portuguese Government information about studying in Portugal: http://www.mne.gov.pt/mne/en/infocidadao/portugal/estudar/ A complete list of all Portuguese diplomatic representations in the world can be found at the following site belonging to the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs: www.min-nestrangeiros.pt/mne/estrangeiro/ If you stay in Portugal for more than 3 months, you will need a residence permit, which can be obtained in Lisbon. Students from member states of the European Union and other countries that have signed the Schengen Agreement have 90 days from the day of entry in Portugal to request the residence permit. The permit must be requested from: Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras (SEF) DIRECÇÃO REGIONAL DE LISBOA, VALE DO TEJO E ALENTEJO Av. António Augusto de Aguiar, 20 1069-119 LISBOA Phone: 213 585 500 Fax: 213 144 053 Open: 9:00-15:00 E-Mail: dir.lisboa@sef.pt
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LOCATIONS THE CAMPUS - Below you will also find a simple map of the university campus. Graduate Law Programmes, as well as our Offices, are located on the first floor of the University’s Library building Biblioteca João Paulo II.
The Universidade Católica Portuguesa is located in the Palma de Cima, just across the street from the Hotel Marriott, having the Hospital Santa Maria on the other side.
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ACCOMMODATION
It is not difficult to find suitable housing in Lisbon. However, we advise students to take a look at the place before deciding. It is a good idea to find temporary accommodation in Lisbon for the first week or so. Once here you will find it easier to choose accommodation for the whole semester/ year. Before looking for accommodation in Lisbon, you should answer the following questions: · When will you arrive and for how long will you be staying? · What kind of accommodation are you looking for (shared apartment, students residence, rented room, other)? · Where in Lisbon would you like to stay (near the University, downtown...)?
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· How much are you willing to spend per month? · Do you have any special needs? The University does not have student housing. You may contact Ms. Maria da Câmara- mcamara@lisboa.ucp.pt , from GAPA, the office that helps students finding housing, among other things – tel. +351 217 214 037. Useful websites: http://www.collegiate-ac.pt/%C3%A1rea.html https://www.uniplaces.com/ http://www.houzestudent.com/ http://www.bquarto.pt/ http://www.erasmuslisboa.com/index.php/en/ http://www.waytostay.com/lisbon-apartments/ http://doormportugal.com/students/ Additional sites where you may find interesting information to prepare for your semester/year in Lisbon: Visit Lisbon (Government site) www.visitlisboa.com Visit Portugal (Government site) www.visitportugal.com Youth hostels http://juventude.gov.pt/Portal/Lazer/en
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PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Public transportation in Lisbon is efficient and affordable. • Monthly pass - If you will use the bus, the metro or the tram several times a day, to get a monthly pass (called Navegante) is the best option. It currently costs around 37€. • Viva Viagem card – electronic card validated by approaching the card to the validators; it is reloadable and specially designed for non-frequent customers. The Viva viagem card costs 0.50€ and can be reloaded unlimitedly during one year after purchase. For additional information: http://metro.transporteslisboa.pt/eng/ The closest kiosk from UCP is located outside the shopping center Colombo (by metro: blue line / Colégio Militar station). You may need documents proving you are a student and live in Lisbon – please let us know if we can be of assistance. Nearest stations (from Católica): Cidade Universitária (yellow line) or Jardim Zoológico / Laranjeiras (blue line).
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TELECOMMUNICATIONS All telephone numbers in Portugal have nine digits. Every number in Lisbon begins with a 21, followed by seven digits. You must dial all nine digits, even when calling within the city. Tollfree numbers begin with 800 and mobile numbers begin with 9. To call abroad, you must dial the international code, which is 00. If you need assistance placing a call, dial 171 and an operator will help you. To place an international collect call, dial 172. If you need to find a number within Portugal, you can access a directory by dialing 118. For International directory assistance, dial 179.
Portugal has three national mobile-phone companies: Vodafone - http://www.vodafone.pt Meo - https://www.meo.pt/ Nos - http://www.nos.pt
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SCHEDULES Opening hours in Portugal are similar to those in the rest of Europe. The visitor has access to all normal services at any time of the day and on all days of the week - not only in Lisbon, but also in the rest of the country. Pharmacies keep the same opening hours as the rest of the shops but, in order to guarantee 24-hour service, some stay open after 7 p.m. Generally speaking, restaurants are open for lunch from 12 noon to 3.p.m and for dinner from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Cinema showings begin at around lunchtime and, at some cinemas, there are sessions until 2a.m. Theatres and other shows usually start between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m.
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EQUIVALENT MEASURES 1 cm = 0.39 inches 1 meter = 39.37 inches / 3.28 feet / 1.09 yards 1 km = 0.62 miles 1 inch = 2.54 cm 1 foot = 0.39 metres/12 inches 1 yard = 0.91 metres 1 mile = 1.60 km 1 sq. foot = 199 sq. inches / 0.0929 m2
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HEALTH Foreign citizens legally residing in Portugal have the same rights and obligations of national beneficiaries in the access to health care and medical care under the National Health Service (Serviço Nacional de Saúde). For that purpose, foreigners must enroll in the Health Center of their residence in Portugal in order to obtain the National User Card (Cartão de utente), which will be given to those who submit a "residence permit”. Foreign nationals who live in Portugal but do not have a residency permit may, of course, use public hospitals, besides private ones. The difference is that they will be charged higher rates for medical services. There shall be entered in the Supplementary Consultation Service on payment of 32.20€. In case of emergency, these citizens may also to consultation in public hospitals. The price of consultation is as follows: Polyvalent emergency service – 147€ Emergency service medical-surgical – 108€ Basic emergency service – 51€
Public hospitals in Lisbon: • •
S. José - 21 88 410 00 D. Estefânia / Children’s Hospital - 21 31 266 00
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Santa Maria - 21 78 050 00 S. Francisco Xavier - 21 04 310 00
Private hospitals in Lisbon: • Cruz Vermelha / Red Cross - 21 77 140 54 • Hospital Inglês / British Hospital - 21 39 431 00 • Hospital da Luz - 217 104 400 • Lusíadas - 800 20 1000
Nevertheless, if you can bring a health insurance from your country, we advise you to do it, since in some fields, private doctors provide faster consultations (for example, dentists), although expensive. Once enrolled at UCP, students are covered by an insurance policy for accidents, civil liability, life and invalidity. Pharmacies In Lisbon, you have pharmacies in almost every corner. Usually they are open from Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. – 8 p. m. There are pharmacies are permanently open (24 hours) - you can find them at http://farmaciasdeservico.net/
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CULTURE AND TOURISTIC INFORMATION
LISBON
The Historical Neighborhoods of central Lisbon are a wonderful experience for visitors to the Portuguese capital. The architecture, the history, the atmosphere and the people are fundamental aspects of Lisbon’s identity, and those who explore them will discover their own personal map. The unmissable are Bairro Alto, Alfama and Graça neighborhoods – but only if you don´t have time for more!
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Bairro Alto is one of
the
traditional
most and
attractive neighborhoods in the city. It blends boutiques
and
bars and is a place where people meet in an eclectic and multicultural environment. Discover its streets, lanes and alleys. Traditional restaurants nestle alongside cozy bookshops; tea rooms serving signature cakes with funky design shops and the boutiques of the most respected Portuguese fashion designers. From Bairro Alto, stroll down to Chiado, the sophisticated hub for the city’s young people, artists and intellectuals The Chiado is an area of iconic cafÊs including A Brasileira, art schools and theatres. The Carmo area, next to Chiado, has some of the most fascinating historical sites in the city, such as the Convent and Church of Carmo with its wonderful views.
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Don’t miss Museu Arqueológico do Carmo, which houses a collection of artifacts from pre-historic, Roman, Medieval, Manueline, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Largo do Carmo was the site of important events in the 1974 Revolution. Carmo is connected to Baixa by Elevador de Santa Justa, another of Lisbon’s icons. The Elevator, designed by a disciple of Gustave Eiffel, is open to the public and from its top you can get impressive views over the Baixa Pombalina and the rest of Lisbon.
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Rua Augusta is the main artery of the Baixa Pombalina leading north from Terreiro do Paço to the beautiful Praça do Rossio (Praça Dom Pedro V) from where you can see the Castle of São Jorge. Just north of Rossio, discover Avenida da Liberdade, which in the 19th century, was the favorite promenade for the Lisbon élite.
Close to the castle, in Graça, is the church and monastery of São Vicente de Fora, one of the most imposing and notable religious monuments in the city. It was built immediately after the city was recaptured from the Moors following a vow made by King Afonso Henriques to São Vicente during the siege of the Lisbon in 1143. On Tuesdays and Saturdays, you can go to one of the most popular and busy markets in the city, the Feira da Ladra, or flea market, just a short stroll from the imposing church. Every imaginable object and
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curio – as well as genuine antiques – are on sale, and a visit to the flea market is a real walk through Lisbon culture. Strolling down to Santa Apolónia to explore the riverside neighborhood, it is impossible to miss the unique 16th century Casa dos Bicos, so named after the diamond shaped stones that cover its façade. Note the Italian influences in the architecture combined with elements of the Portuguese Manueline style. The building belonged to Afonso de Albuquerque, Viceroy of India, and is the site of a number of Roman archaeological finds. Don´t miss Sé de Lisboa (Lisbon cathedral), located in another hill, which is the oldest church in Lisbon. Its construction started in 1147 and the church survived many earthquakes as well as several changes through the years. At the top of the hill, you will find wonderful views over the city and the river – at Portas do Sol you can take a wonderful photo to remember Lisbon. http://www.lisbon-guide.info/city_quarters/historical_center
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Belém is where the famous Portuguese navigators set sail to discover the world. Today it is a spacious green neighborhood with many gardens, parks and monuments that are well worth a visit. Amongst Belém’s attractions are the Jerónimos Monastery, the Monument to the Discoveries, the Belém Tower, Cultural Centre and Rua Vieira Portuense.
You cannot leave without eating the famous Belém pastries (pastéis de Belém) at the shop that dates back to 1837 and makes their tarts with a top secret centuries-old recipe. Apparently it sells over 10,000 tarts a day. The tarts aren't the only attraction here. The coffee shop itself is a fabulous warren of rooms, covered with beautiful wall tiles. http://www.golisbon.com/sight-seeing/belem.html
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TIPS FOR COCKTAILS WITH A VIEW IN LISBON À margem - Doca do Bom Sucesso, 1400-038 LISBOA, Portugal [near the river] Meninos do Rio - Ciclovia Lisboa Cidade 255, 1200-109 Lisboa [near the river] Park - Calçada do Combro, 58, Piso 6, Bairro Alto, Lisboa [rooftop] Silk – R. da Misericórdia 14, Edifício Espaço Chiado - 1200-273 Lisboa [rooftop] TOPO Bar - Praça Martim Moniz 2 - 1100-341 - Lisboa – Portugal [rooftop] Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara - Rua de São Pedro de Alcântara 1269 138 Lisboa [castle view] Esplanada da Graça - Largo da Graça 1100-114 Lisboa [castle view] Torel garden – beautiful sightseeing - Campo dos Mártires da Pátria;
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Noobai – right in “Miradouro de Santa Catarina”, in Bica, great view; Chapitô - Costa do Castelo, n.º 1 / 7; 1149-079 Lisboa – great view restaurant / wine bar near the castel - €€€;
RESTAURANT TIPS IN LISBON Taberna da Rua das Flores – Rua das Flores 103, 1200-194 Lisboa [to share, typical and very tasty, lovely place near Camões/Bairro Alto €]; Boi Cavalo – R. do Vigário 70 [very creative and tasty food in Alfama - €€€]; Fumeiro de Santa Catarina – Tv. Alcaide 4C, Lisboa [ small dishes to share, tasty and original - €]; Santa Bica – Tv. do Cabral 39 [lovely place in Bica - €]; Stop do Bairro - R. Ten. Ferreira Durão 55, 2715-311 lisboa [typical portyuguese, €] Toma lá, dá cá - Tv. do Sequeiro 38, 1200 Lisboa [typical portyuguese, €] Cabaças - Rua Gáveas 8/10 1200-208 Lisboa [typical portuguese, €] Pinóquio Cervejaria - Praça dos Restauradores 79, 1250-188 Lisboa [typical portyuguese and sea food restaurant, €€]
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Lost in - Rua D.Pedro V Nº56-D, 1250-094 Lisboa [trendy restaurante, view, world food, €] Marisqueira Nunes - R. Bartolomeu Dias 120, 1400 Lisboa [sea food restaurant, €€] Marisqueira Ramiro - Av. Almirante Reis nº1 - H, 1150-007 Lisboa [sea food restaurant, €€€] Mercado da Ribeira – big market with a lot of options, also from well know Portuguese chefs, very lively, modern and fashionable;
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AROUND LISBON
Cascais Cascais is a coastal town 30 kilometers west of Lisbon, with about 35,000 residents. It is a cosmopolitan
suburb
of
the
Portuguese capital and once a former fishing village that gained fame as a resort for Portugal's royal family in the late 1800s and early 1900s. http://www.cascais.net/
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Sintra A beautiful town at the foot of the mountain range of the same name, its unique characteristics has led UNESCO to classify it as a World Heritage
site.
Endowed
with
luxuriant vegetation,
the
mountains
are
part of the SintraCascais
Natural
Park. From early times Sintra has been the place of choice for the settlement of various peoples who have passed through the Iberian Peninsula and left traces of their presence, which are now displayed in the Archaeological Museum of Odrinhas, in the outskirts. The palaces, too, are outstanding: you should visit the Pena Palace, built in the Romantic period on one of the mountain peaks, and the 18th century Palace of Seteais, now converted into an elegant hotel, and the Palace of Monserrate. Much appreciated by kings and nobles as a country resort, and praised by writers and poets like (inevitably) Lord Byron who called it "glorious Eden", Sintra has a
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wealth of cottages and manor houses, some of which now provide accommodation. Near Sintra are the beaches (das Maçãs, Praia Grande, Praia da Adraga), Cabo da Roca (the westernmost point of mainland Europe), Colares (after which a demarcated wine-growing region is named), and the charming village of Azenhas do Mar, inset in a cliff.
Óbidos Óbidos is a town (vila) of around 3,100 inhabitants, located in the district of Leiria on a hill still encircled by a fortified
wall.
The
well-
preserved medieval look of its streets, squares, walls and its massive castle have turned the picturesque village into a preferred tourist attraction in Portugal. If visiting, it is compulsory to try the local cherry liquor known as Ginjinha. http://www.portugalvirtual.pt/_tourism/costadeprata/obidos/index .html WELCOME GUIDE 2018/2019
SURVIVAL PORTUGUESE!
Olá Hello Bom dia! Good morning! Boa tarde! Good afternoon! Boa noite! Good evening! Obrigado Thank you De nada You are welcome Por favor Please Onde é a casa de banho? Where is the toilette? Posso usar o telefone? May I use the phone? Estou doente I am sick Preciso de ajuda I need help Pode trazer-me a ementa, por Can I have the menu, please? favor Não falo português I don't speak Portuguese Estou a adorar Portugal! I´m loving Portugal!
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USEFUL CONTACTS National EMERGENCY Number 112 SOS Poisoning 808 250143 SOS Lisbon Fire Department 808 215215 PSP - Tourism Police 21 34 216 34 Immigration Services 808 20 26 53 Police Lost and Found 21 85 354 03 Radio Taxis of Lisbon 21 81 190 00 Post Offices (Restauradores) 21 32 389 71 Airport 21 84 137 00 Direct line for Disabled People 21 79 595 45 Tourist Information Help Line 800 781212 Carris / Bus 21 361 30 00 Metro / Subway 21 798 06 00 CP / Railroads 808 208 208 Lisbon Camping Park 21 76 282 00 WELCOME GUIDE 2018/2019
USEFUL CONTACTS AT UCP •
Dean of Católica Global School of Law – Gonçalo Saraiva
Matias - gmatias@fd.lisboa.ucp.pt •
Vice-Dean of Católica Global School of Law – Armando
Rocha - armandorocha@fd.lisboa.ucp.pt •
Católica Global School of Law Executive Coordinator - Tânia
Abreu Godinho - tagodinho@fd.lisboa.ucp.pt •
Católica Global School of Law Marketing and
Communication Manager - Catarina Pedreira catarinapedreira@fd.lisboa.ucp.pt •
GAPA (Student Support Office): Tel. 217 214 037
•
Law Students Association - Tel: 21.726.99.59
aaducp@hotmail.com), •
ELSA- EUROPEAN LAW STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
https://www.facebook.com/elsacatolicalisboa
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USEFUL LINKS AND WEBSITES STUDY in LISBON - http://www.studyinlisbon.pt/en/
CP (National Train Company) www.cp.pt Expresso (Touristic Buses) www.rede-expressos.pt Visit Portugal www.visitportugal.com Lisbon City Hall www.cm-lisboa.pt Museums of Portugal www.museusportugal.org Portugal Information www.portugal-info.net Visit Lisbon www.visitlisboa.com Youth hostels http://juventude.gov.pt/Portal/Lazer/en
Erasmus student network http://www.esn.org/ Erasmus Life Lisbon http://erasmuslifelisboa.com/ Erasmus Lisbon http://www.erasmuslisboa.com/
Embassies in Portugal http://www.leme.pt/turismo/embaixadas/ Portuguese embassies in the world http://www.mne.gov.pt/mne/en/infocidadao/pestrangeiro/embaix adas/
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FINAL REMINDERS Please be informed that we always advise our international students to arrive some days before the beginning of classes in order to find housing and get acquainted with Lisbon and the campus.
Be also informed that our University closes for Summer vacation between August 18 and 31.
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