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Daily Life In Lisbon Daily Life In Lisbon Reshaped By Over-tourism

A general view of the statue of Marques de Pombal, an important figure in Lisbon's history, in Lisbon, Portugal, on February 9, 2025. Lisbon's daily routines evolve as locals adjust to a city reshaped by over-tourism and a surge in short-term rentals, gradually eroding familiar faces and the close-knit bonds of neighborly life. (Photo by Luis Boza/NurPhoto via Getty Images) (Photo by Luis Boza/NurPhoto)

Luis Boza Lisbon Portugal Daily Life urban evolution overtourism community change short-term rentals neighbourhood transformation local culture housing challenges city living Marques de Pombal Lisbon Portugal Marques de Pombal statue history February 9 2025 over-tourism short-term rentals locals daily routines city reshaped erosion familiar faces close-knit bonds neighborly life Luis Boza NurPhoto Getty Images tourism impact community changes urban development cultural shifts historical figures cityscape local life tourism challenges rental market social dynamics city transformation public art historical monuments.