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Purex
Purex, Rua das Salgadeiras, Lisbon, Portugal
Purex is a fun and trendy club in the heart of the gay district, welcoming a mixed crowd but proving especially popular with gay guys. The space perfectly combines a uniquely artsy decor with a cosy vibe, plus a tiny dance floor that's packed every night of the week. DJs and cocktails complete your night so you can dance till morning. The club also provides a summer full of themed nights to keep visitors entertained.
Cosy, Cocktails, Dancing
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Purex is a fun and trendy club in the heart of the gay district, welcoming a mixed crowd but proving especially popular with gay guys. The space perfectly combines a uniquely artsy decor with a cosy vibe, plus a tiny dance floor that's packed every night of the week. DJs and cocktails complete your night so you can dance till morning. The club also provides a summer full of themed nights to keep visitors entertained.
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