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Portugal |
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Portugal is known for its
production of port (fortified wine) and
cork. It has beautiful
countryside and a rich cultural history. |
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| Official Name |
Portuguese Republic |
| Form of Government |
Republic with single legislative
assembly |
| Capital |
Lisbon |
| Area |
92,080 sq km |
| Time zone |
GMT + 1 hour |
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| Population |
9,700,000 approx |
| Official Language |
Portuguese |
| Other Languages |
Spanish |
| Currency |
Euro |
| Economy |
Services 61% Industry
26% agriculture 13% |
| Climate |
Cool and rainy in
north, warm and dry in
south |
| Highest Point |
Ponta de Pico in the
Azores 2,351 m |
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| Official website |
www.portugal.gov.pt
Government |
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www.visitportugal.com
Tourism |
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| If you have cousins, relatives or
friends in Portugal, they can become part of your core group
receiving benefits just like you and me and my family. Standard STD
call charges apply to call this country from Australia. |
