© All Rights Reserved The bridge was originally named the Salazar Bridge when it was opened in 1966 after Portugal's leader.It was renamed after the 1974 revolution.This photo was taken from the viewing platform at the base of the Cristo Rei statue.Related images Statue in Estrela - Lisbon Arcade off Praca do Comercio - Lisbon Rossio Fountain - Lisbon Bairro Alto by Day Basílica da Estrela View Ruins of Convento do Carmo - Lisbon