Lisbon Expo 98

Here's an exciting look at the transformation of Portugal's capital city as it prepares to host millions of visitors attending a great world exposition.

The profound urban renewal program undertaken by the city of Lisbon in preparation for Expo 98 is documented in this historic, gloriously illustrated volume. As often happens when a city wins the honor of hosting a major international event, the challenge is to transform blighted industrial areas into areas in which the participating countries can construct their exhibition pavilions, as well as all the necessary accompaniments to these events, while keeping intact the numerous magnificent and historic landmarks of the centuries-old Portuguese city.