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Portugal<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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Useful Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Portugal lies in Southwestern Europe bordering Spain to its north and east, with which it shares the longest uninterrupted border in the European Union. To the southwest lie the archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira, which are the two autonomous regions of Portugal. Lisbon has been the capital since the 12th century and is the country’s largest city.<\/p>\n

Portugal’s position on the Atlantic Ocean has shaped many aspects of its culture. A large part of the country’s architecture dates from the 16th to the 19th centuries, when Portugal stood as a major maritime power.<\/p>\n

Portugal has a Mediterranean climate. Summers are pleasant in the northern highlands and along the coastal areas of the far north and central regions. Autumn and winter are typically windy, rainy, and cool. Spring and summer months are generally sunny.<\/p>\n

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The country has a predominantly agricultural past, although it has become a diversified economy increasingly driven by the services sector since joining the European Union in 1986. The country has a very high Human Development Index and a high literacy rate. It ranks 19th in quality of life, has one of the best healthcare systems in the world, and is regarded as a globalized and peaceful nation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

It is also the 18th most visited tourist destination in the world. Portugal is a member of the UN, the European Union (including the eurozone and the Schengen Area), NATO, the OECD, and the CPLP, among others. It also takes part in United Nations peacekeeping forces.<\/p>\n

Lisbon and the stunning coastal city of Porto are among the most visited cities in Europe today. There are other important cities in Portugal. Guimar\u00e3es: known as the birthplace of the nation. Aveiro: often called the ‘Venice of Portugal’. Coimbra: home to the oldest university in the country and one of the oldest in Europe. Faro: the capital of Portugal’s southernmost region, the Algarve.<\/p>\n

Portugal’s landscape is filled with natural marvels, from the laurel forests of Madeira to Pico Mountain and Peneda-Ger\u00eas National Park. Equally enchanting are its medieval villages, including \u00d3bidos, Monsaraz, and Monsanto.<\/p>\n

Lisbon<\/h3>\n

Lisbon is located on the Atlantic coast, at the mouth of the Tagus River. It has a population of 547,773 inhabitants, and its metropolitan area is home to 2,810,923 people, covering an area of nearly 3,000 km\u00b2. This area concentrates 26% of the country’s population. Lisbon is the richest city in Portugal.<\/p>\n

The city is built on a series of hills rising above the Tagus River, which is why it’s known as the\u00a0 \u2018city of seven hills\u2019, \u00a0much like Rome. In fact, there are more than seven, and today these hills not only provide stunning panoramic views but also are home to many of the city’s most important landmarks and neighborhoods.<\/p>\n

As some of the streets are too steep for vehicle traffic, the city relies on three funiculars and an elevator. It also operates five tram lines, four of them using vehicles with a traditional, old-fashioned design.<\/p>\n

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On the western side of the city lies the Monsanto Forest Park, regarded as Lisbon’s green lung and one of the largest urban parks in Europe. The Port of Lisbon serves as a stop for many cruise ships and is among the major tourist ports in Europe.<\/p>\n

Lisbon features notable examples of medieval architecture, including S\u00e3o Jorge Castle atop the city center’s highest hill, the Alfama district, which endured the 1755 Lisbon earthquake, the cathedral, and the Carmo Convent.<\/p>\n

In the Bel\u00e9m district, visitors can admire two Unesco World Heritage sites: the Manueline-style Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery and the Bel\u00e9m Tower, a historic military fortification that once watched over the entrance to the Tagus River.<\/p>\n

Baixa is the heart of the city. It is built on the ruins of the old city destroyed by the earthquake. Its urban layout, with grid-pattern streets and uniform buildings, was designed by the Marquis of Pombal. Baixa is also Lisbon’s main commercial district and home to many of its landmarks, including the National Theatre Dona Maria II, Commerce Square, and Rossio Square.<\/p>\n

Fado<\/h3>\n

Fado is Lisbon’s traditional music, a soulful and nostalgic song accompanied by the Portuguese guitar. Most fado houses are located in the Alfama district, where live performances are typically offered.<\/p>\n

Cuisine<\/h3>\n

Lisbon’s cuisine reflects its closeness to the sea, offering a range of culinary delights made with exceptionally fresh ingredients, spices from across the former Portuguese Empire, and freshly caught seafood. Typical Lisbon specialties include grilled sardines, bacalhau \u00e0 Br\u00e1s, past\u00e9is de bacalhau<\/em>, codfish pastries, green soup, petiscos, and tasty street food such as the bifana.<\/p>\n

The most famous dessert in Lisbon is the ‘pastel de Bel\u00e9m’, small custard-filled puff pastries that have become an iconic part of the city’s culinary culture.<\/p>\n

Climate and clothing<\/h3>\n

Lisbon has a typical Mediterranean climate, with variable rainfall, hot and dry summers, and mild winters. In May, the weather is pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 14 \u00b0C to 23 \u00b0C<\/strong> (57 \u00baF to 73 \u00baF).<\/p>\n

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In May, it is advisable to dress in layers, as temperatures can vary, and to always carry a light jacket or cardigan and a raincoat for possible spring showers. Comfortable walking shoes are also essential, as Lisbon’s cobblestone streets can be slippery and there are many hills.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Entrance to the country<\/h3>\n

To enter Portugal, the following requirements apply:<\/p>\n