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Ancient Times: Inhabited by Celts, Iberians, and later integrated into the Roman Empire.

Formation: Became an independent kingdom in 1139 under King Afonso I after separating from the Kingdom of León.

Golden Age: In the 15th and 16th centuries, Portugal was a major maritime power, launching the Age of Discoveries with explorers like Vasco da Gama, Bartolomeu Dias, and Ferdinand Magellan.

Colonial Empire: Built a global empire with colonies in Brazil, Africa, Asia, and Oceania.

Decline: Faced decline due to wars, the 1755 Lisbon earthquake, and Napoleonic invasions.

20th Century: Dictatorship under Salazar (Estado Novo regime) until the peaceful Carnation Revolution in 1974, leading to democracy and decolonization.

EU Member: Joined the European Union in 1986; now a modern, democratic country.

Description
Location: Southwestern Europe, occupying most of the Iberian Peninsula’s western edge, bordered by Spain and the Atlantic Ocean.

Capital: Lisbon

Population: ~10 million

Language: Portuguese

Climate: Mediterranean, with hot summers and mild winters (varies north to south)

Geography: Known for rolling hills, dramatic coastline, olive groves, vineyards, and charming towns.

Typical Food
Portugal’s cuisine is rich, flavorful, and heavily based on local ingredients, especially seafood.

Must-Try Dishes:
Bacalhau à Brás: Salt cod with eggs, potatoes, and onions.

Caldo Verde: Kale soup with chorizo.

Francesinha (Porto): Meat sandwich with melted cheese and spicy sauce.

Sardinhas Assadas: Grilled sardines, especially popular in summer festivals.

Arroz de Marisco: Seafood rice.

Pastéis de Nata: Famous custard tarts from Lisbon.

Queijo da Serra: Creamy mountain cheese from Serra da Estrela.

Drinks:
Port Wine: Fortified wine from the Douro Valley.

Vinho Verde: Light, slightly sparkling green wine.

Ginja: Sour cherry liqueur popular in Lisbon and Óbidos.

Activities
Portugal offers a wide range of activities for travelers and locals alike:

Cultural & Historical:
Visit Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower (Lisbon).

Explore Porto’s historic center and wine cellars.

Wander through Sintra’s palaces and gardens.

Discover medieval towns like Óbidos, Évora, and Guimarães.

Nature & Outdoors:
Surf in Nazaré (home of world-record waves) or Ericeira.

Hike in Peneda-Gerês National Park.

Enjoy the beaches of the Algarve.

Go wine tasting in Douro Valley.

Festivals & Events:
Festa de São João in Porto (June).

Carnival celebrations (especially in Torres Vedras).

Fado music performances (traditional melancholic singing).

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