Marvila, Lisbon
Marvila () is a freguesia (civil parish) and district of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Located in eastern Lisbon, Marvila is to the southwest of Parque das Nações north of Beato, and east of Alvalade. The population in 2021 was 35,479. History It was created on February 7, 1959. Landmarks A Tabaqueira: Industrial archaeology building dating from 1928 Aos Construtores da Cidade monument: Monument inaugurated in 1999 Armazéns Vinícolas Abel Pereira da Fonseca: Ancient industrial building dating from 1910, now used as an event venue Chafariz na Rua do Vale Formoso de Cima: Ancient water fountain Fábrica de Borracha Luso-Belga: Example of Industrial archaeology dating from 1895. This factory, the sole rubber transformation hub in Portugal, produced various rubber and ebonite products, including irrigation pipes, gaskets, footwear rubber sheets, belts, surgical items, hot water bags, soles, rubber heels, rubber balls, and toys. It closed in 1975 due to bankruptcy. Igreja e convento de Chelas: Its origins date back to a Visigothic occupation of ancient Roman structures, although the first surviving material evidence dates back to the 17th century. Of particular significance is the Manueline portal of the church. It is now an Orthodox church Igreja de Santa Clara de Assis: