TIME FOR THE MODERN LISBON

 Today was spent in the area where the 1998 Lisbon World Exposition was held.

The area today is thriving, modern,

stylish, and safe,

 attracting 18 million tourists a year to

 its gardens, museums, commercial areas

 and modern buildings.

It has also become permanent residency

for up to 25,000 people and

one of Lisbon's premier business centers,

with many multinational corporations

 basing their headquarters

 in its main avenue.