- Explore Portugal! Get inspired with Rick Steves’ recommended places to go and things to do, with tips, photos, videos, and travel information on Portgual.
- Portugal was founded in 1128 by its first king D. Afonso Henriques. Despite being a relatively small country, it has played a crucial role in world history.
- The name "Portugal" derives from a Roman or pre-Roman settlement called Portus Cale (the modern city of Porto) near the mouth of the Douro River.
- Public Services in Portugal. Choose online or telephone channels. Learn how to schedule an appointment and get queue tickets for the services.
- Portugal is rich in history as it’s one of the oldest European countries. There are so many things to learn and explore in it – food, castles, waves, and more!
- Check out our country profile, full of essential information about Portugal's geography, history, government, economy, population, culture, religion and languages.
- Iberian lynx no longer endangered after numbers improve in Spain and Portugal. 20 Jun 2024 10.00 BST. A group of people cheering, some holding Germany flags.
- Note: Portugal's overall highest point (Pico Volcano ) is located in the Azores (an autonomous region) on the island of Pico. It stands at 7,713 ft.
- Portugal is the westernmost point of Europe and lies on the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula.