Portugal is a southern European country on the Iberian Peninsula, bordering Spain. Its location on the Atlantic Ocean has influenced many aspects of its culture: salt cod and grilled sardines are national dishes, the Algarve's beaches are a major...
Capital: Lisbon
Official language: Portuguese
President: Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Parliamentary system, and more
Population: 10.41 million (2022)
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Is Portugal cheap or expensive?
Portugal is one of the most affordable countries in Europe. However, when comparing the cost of living between Portugal and India, consumer prices are around 53 percent lower in India than in Portugal (without rent), rent prices are around 77 percent lower, and restaurant prices are around 62 percent lower.
Do they speak English in Portugal?
Portugal is the 8th Most English Proficient Country in the World. Despite being often grouped with limited English proficiency in Southern European countries, like Spain and Italy, it is extremely common to hear that Portugal has a population with high English-speaking levels.
What is Portugal famous for?
What Is Portugal Famous For?
Gastronomy. Portuguese food. Portugal is well known for its food and fine wine. ...
Beaches. Meco Beach, near Lisbon. ...
Madeira. Madeira. ...
Wine. Port wine. ...
Surfing. São Sebastião Beach, Ericeira. ...
Fado Music. Fado performance. ...
Pastel de Nata. Pastel de Nata. ...
Golf. Golf course in Algarve.
What language is spoken in Portugal?
Portuguese
Portuguese is currently the fifth most spoken language in the world and an official language of Portugal, Brazil, Angola, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, São Tomé and Príncipe and East Timor.
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