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woman in white bikini on a portugal beach
Portugal has around 800 km (500 miles) of coastline, with around 70% of it facing west, the Atlantic Ocean and the remainder, the Algarve, facing the warmer south. Portugal is a narrow country with all the population living a maximum of two hours from the coast. Given the mild...
Happy Traveler Girl In Lisbon Old City
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is the perfect place for a city break, whether you want to visit historical sites and museums, enjoy the vibrant food and nightlife scene, or are looking for adventure. Lisbon can be visited at any time of year, depending on what you are looking...
Beach Of Albufeira Algarve Portugal
Portugal is a land of contrasts and offers something to suit all tastes. The capital city, Lisbon, on the Atlantic coast, combines ancient history with modern thinking and gives visitors the opportunity to visit churches, museums, a fort, and a castle while offering a buzzing nightlife and fantastic food....
World Map With Magnified Portugal
Portugal is part of Europe’s Iberian Peninsula, shared with Spain. Its population is relatively small, just 10.5 million, with almost 30% living in the metropolitan area of the capital, Lisbon. Portugal’s location on the Atlantic Coast in South West Europe is the primary reason why it developed in recent centuries. European...
Portuguese Egg Chestnuts

Portuguese Food

Tourism in Portugal is booming and locals have noticed a rapid rise in the number of visitors every year. It's unsurprising as Portugal is a rich country that offers a unique experience and most visitors are caught by its spell. Gastronomy in Portugal is simple yet bold and extremely...
Francesinha, Traditional Portuguese Sandwich
If you are planning to visit Porto, you are about to have an unforgettable experience. This city in Portugal's north has a charm you'll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. Porto is beautifully rustic and full of vibrant energy. Portuguese gastronomy is unique and, in my opinion, underrated. Porto...