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Portugal

Portugal
Capital
Lisbon
Population
10.3M
Area
92,212 km²
Language
Portuguese

Portugal is a country in Southern Europe, Europe. Its capital is Lisbon, with a population of approximately 10.3M and a total area of 92,212 km². The official language is Portuguese and the currency is the Euro (€).

📊 Quick Facts about Portugal

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Population
10.3M
total residents
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Total Area
92,212 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
112/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$255B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$24,700
per person
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Currency
Euro (€)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Portuguese
official
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Coastline
1,793 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+0/1
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1143
established
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Local Time in Lisbon

Portugal covers an area of 92,212 km² with a population density of 112/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $255B ($24,700 per capita) and gained independence in 1143. It has a coastline of 1,793 km.

Did You Know?

Portugal has the world's oldest operating bookstore — Livraria Bertrand in Lisbon, open since 1732. It produced the greatest navigators of the Age of Discovery, with Vasco da Gama opening the sea route to India in 1498.

💡 Interesting Facts about Portugal

  1. Portugal is the oldest nation-state in Europe, with borders unchanged since 1139.
  2. Portuguese is spoken by 260 million people across 9 countries.
  3. Portugal invented the technique of ocean navigation that changed the world.
  4. Port wine and pastéis de nata (custard tarts) were both invented in Portugal.

✈️ Travel Information for Portugal

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Best Time to Visit
April–October
Mediterranean, warm and sunny
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Cost of Travel
🟡 Moderate
Mid — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$8–15
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$50–120
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type C/F, 230V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Portugal on the Map

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📍 Lisbon, Portugal

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🏆 Portugal World Rankings

1st
Giant Waves
Home to world's biggest rideable wave (Nazaré)
1st
Oldest Alliance
Anglo-Portuguese Alliance (1386) — world's oldest active
1st
Wine Variety
More indigenous grape varieties than any country
3rd
Peaceful Country
3rd most peaceful nation on Earth (GPI)

🏛 Must-See Places in Portugal

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Open Wikipedia ↗
Tower of Belém

A 16th-century Manueline fortress from which Vasco da Gama set sail for India

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Sintra Palaces

A UNESCO mountain town of fairy-tale royal palaces near Lisbon

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Douro Valley

A UNESCO wine region of breathtaking terraced vineyards along the ancient Douro

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Jerónimos Monastery

Lisbon's masterpiece of Manueline architecture celebrating the Age of Discovery

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Portugal

🇪🇸
Spain
Madrid

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Portugal

What is the capital of Portugal?

The capital of Portugal is Lisbon.

What language is spoken in Portugal?

The official language(s) of Portugal are Portuguese.

What is the population of Portugal?

The population of Portugal is approximately 10.3M.

What currency does Portugal use?

Portugal uses the Euro (€).

What continent is Portugal in?

Portugal is located in Europe, in the Southern Europe region.

What is the GDP of Portugal?

Portugal has a GDP of $255B, with a GDP per capita of $24,700.

What is the best time to visit Portugal?

The best time to visit Portugal is April–October. The climate is Mediterranean, warm and sunny.

Do I need a visa for Portugal?

Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)

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