Parque das Nações, Modern waterfront district in eastern Lisbon, Portugal.
Parque das Nações is a district in eastern Lisbon that stretches along the Tagus River with contemporary architecture, landscaped gardens, and connected pathways throughout the area. The waterfront location combines residential spaces, cultural institutions, and open plazas designed for public movement and gathering.
The area was transformed in 1998 from an industrial zone into a World Fair site for Expo 98, which centered on maritime exploration and ocean conservation. This shift from industrial past to contemporary cultural district redefined the eastern waterfront as a residential and institutional hub.
The Champalimaud Centre reflects how visitors experience cutting-edge research facilities integrated into daily urban life, while riverside promenades encourage local use of public spaces. The area shows how modern design serves both scientific work and community gathering.
Oriente Station serves as the main transportation hub, connecting metro lines, buses, and trains for easy access throughout Lisbon and beyond. Paved pathways and cycling routes cross the entire site, making walking or biking the easiest way to explore different areas.
The Oceanarium contains four marine habitats surrounding a central tank, allowing visitors to observe approximately 25,000 sea creatures from different ocean environments. The design demonstrates how a single building can effectively display diverse ecological systems and marine life in one location.
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