The hills in Lisbon are the greatest challenge to those living in the city, especially to newcomers who are not used to the constant ups and downs of the streets. Going on a walk to the grocery store can quickly become a cardio workout! If you head south from Lisbon, you run into the Alentejo and Algarve regions of Portugal, which are the driest parts of the country. The challenges here include drought, forest fires and the availability of fresh water.
People have adapted physically to the hills in Lisbon through muscle development and practice! The city government has also implemented a great public transport system, with special funiculars (cable cars) that can bring people up particularly steep hills. In the Alentejo, farmers have developed water storage systems to save water for times of drought.
