Portugal, officially the Portuguese Republic, is a country on the Iberian Peninsula in Southwestern Europe. It is an unitary semi-presidential republic made up by mainland Portugal and two …

Jul 26, 1999 · Portugal, country lying along the Atlantic coast of the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. Once continental Europe’s greatest power, Portugal shares commonalities, geographic and …

Explore the interior of Portugal along National Road 2 as it crosses the country from one end to the other. From Chaves, in the North, close to the Spanish border, to Faro in the Algarve on the Atlantic …

Portugal’s Mediterranean charm is most prominent on the golden beaches of the Algarve; in the wilderness of the Azores islands; among the vineyards of Douro Valley; and on the cobbled streets of …

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3 days ago · Portugal, in Europe’s southwest corner, is part of the Iberian Peninsula. The country is made up of the mainland and the Azores and Madeira Islands. On the north and east, Portugal is …

From Lisbon to Porto, discover golden beaches, cobblestone villages, wine tastings and more in our Portugal travel guide. Find top attractions and expert tips.