Portuguese National Day is celebrated every June 10th Portugal is EU member country since 1 January 1986   OFFICIAL NAME: Portuguese Republic FORM OF GOVERNMENT: Republic, parliamentary democracy CAPITAL: Lisbon POPULATION: 10,813,834 OFFICIAL LANGUAGES: Portuguese, Mirandese MONEY: Euro AREA: 35,516 square miles (91,985 square kilometers)

Portugal is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, Portugal is the westernmost country of mainland Europe, being bordered to the west and south by the Atlantic Ocean and to the north and east by Spain. The republic also includes the Atlantic archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira, both autonomus regions with their own regional governments. Portugal is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, Is a rich country in culture, history, monuments, blessed with a natural beauty. Lisbon The National Palace of Sintra Trams in Lisbon are, not only one of the best methods of transport for getting around the city, but also one of Lisbon’s most important tourist attractions.

Lisbon Porto Fatima Coimbra University The ornate bastions and tower of the Belém Tower, iconic symbol of Lisbon and defensive bulwark is the second-largest city in Portugal Fatima Coimbra University is one of the most important catholic shrines in the world dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Fatima’s Sanctuary welcomes millions of pilgrims and tourists from all over the world. One of the oldest universities in Europe

Cabo da Roca Algarve Madeira Island Azore Islands It is the westernmost point of the European continent is the beautiful southern coastline of Portugal Madeira Island Azore Islands

Fado is traditional folk music popular in the Lisbon area of Portugal Fado is traditional folk music popular in the Lisbon area of Portugal. Melancholy by nature, the music includes instruments like guitars and mandolins with one Fadista singing poetic lyrics related to darker elements of love, death and sadness.  Football is the most popular sport in Portugal. There are several football competitions ranging from local amateur to world-class professional level. The legendary Eusébio is still a major symbol of Portuguese football history. FIFA World Player of the Year winners Luís Figo and Cristiano Ronaldo, who won the FIFA Ballon d'Or, are two world-class Portuguese football players.  Portuguese Traditional Costumes Portugal win EURO 2016

The symbols of Portugal are official and unofficial flags, icons or cultural expressions that are emblematic, representative or otherwise characteristic of Portugal and of its culture. Portuguese Rooster Portuguese guitar and Fado music Portugal's Porto region has earned a permanent spot on the list of top worldwide wine destinations AZULEJOS Portuguese ceramic tile is used both on the outside and inside of buildings and homes