An independant kingdom since 1143, Portugal is one of the oldest nations in Europe.
In 1415, the Prtuguese set sail on epic voyages that would make them the first to discover the ocean routes to India, Brazil, China and Japan, and the same time establish settlements on the east and west coasts of Africa.
A member country of the European Union since 1986, Portugal currently enjoys a steady economic growth and is world famous its wine, its history and its hospitality.
Official Name: Republic of Portugal
Capital City: Lisbon
Languages: Portuguese
Official Currency: Euro
Religion: Catholic, others
Population: 9.920.000
Land area: 91.950 sq km
