The geographical coordinates of Portugal are 39.30N and 8.00W. The country has mountainous terrain in the north and plains in the south. The climate of the country is predominantly maritime temperate. Lisbon, the capital city, is also largest city of the country. It is the financial, commercial, cultural and tourism center of the country. Noted for its scenic beauty and numerous attractions, Portugal attracts tourists from across the globe and is one of the twenty most visited countries of the world.
Facts About Portugal |
Country Name | Portugal |
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Continent | Europe |
Capital and largest city | Lisbon |
Area | 92,212 km2 (35,603 sq mi) Water (%) 0.5 |
Population | 10,427,301 (2014 estimate) |
Lat Long | 38° 42′ 0″ N, 9° 11′ 0″ W |
Official Language | Portuguese |
Calling Code | +351 |
Time Zone | WET (UTC+0) Summer (DST) WEST (UTC+1) |
Airport | 25 Airports in Portugal |
Neighbour Countries | Spain |
Internet TLD | .pt |
Currency | Euro (€) (EUR) |
Location Maps of Cities in Portugal |