Penha de França

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Penha de França, Administrative district in northeast Lisbon, Portugal

Located on one of Lisbon's seven hills, Penha de França extends over 2.71 square kilometers and contains numerous residential buildings and green spaces.

The district originated from medieval parishes and received its name from the Convent of Penha de França, established in 1598 and later formalized as a parish in 1918.

The National Tile Museum, housed in the Madre de Deus Convent, presents Portuguese tiles spanning multiple centuries and attracts visitors interested in decorative arts.

The district maintains several medical facilities, including São Jorge Hospital, and connects to Lisbon Airport through a fifteen-minute drive depending on traffic conditions.

The Espaço Passevite White Cube Art Gallery functions as both an exhibition space for independent artists and a theatre venue for Portuguese films since 2015.

Location: Lisbon

Inception: April 13, 1918

Website: http://jf-penhafranca.pt

GPS coordinates: 38.73000,-9.13167

Latest update: March 14, 2025 02:51

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