"DISCOVER PORTUGAL." Portugal by PEE-WEE

Portugal Travel Guide: 23,438 reviews and 52,752 photos

PORTUGAL.

Lying immediately west of Spain, Portugal is one of Europe’s smallest countries measuring a mere 560 km in length and 220 km wide. Home to 10.5 million people, Portugal’s small size belies its extraordinary history. Battered along its southern and eastern coast by the wild Atlantic sea, it is not surprising that its people became remarkable seafarers. In 1415, Portuguese mariners set sail on an epic voyage that would see them the first to discover the ocean routes to India, Brazil, China and Japan. They founded settlements on the east and west coasts of Africa at the same time. This small country was at the helm of an enormously powerful and wealthy empire in the 15th and 16th centuries. Its vast artistic and archaeological heritage bears witness not only to its 850-year history of encounters with distant cultures, but also to the ancient peoples who once lived in the territory now known as Portugal - the Celts, Romans, Arabs and Visigoths.

Portugal,independant since 1143, Portugal is one of Europe's oldest nations, with a long seafaring history.
This tiny country offers incredible diversity and a wealth of different faces, so it's not surprising that almost all who visit it find far more than they expected and rate Portugal as a marvellous holiday experience.

This peaceful country with a sunny, salubrious climate is, relative to size, one of the world's most popular tourist destinations.
The sunshine illuminates a captivating country of contrasts, a rich, historical past and endless terraces of vineyards.
Through its medieval castles , churches and cathedrals , its fortresses and palaces, Portugal will gradually reveal its magnificence to you.

Ancient towns on the slopes of verdant hills.
Unspoilt picture postcard villages,gorgeous sandy beaches and stunning scenery that will leave you breathless.

The way in which Portugal jealously guards its cultural heritage, whilst simultaneously embracing modernism is impressive and this incredibly beautiful country seldom fails to capture the heart of those who discover it.

The country is blessed with beautiful weather and the spectacular golden beaches of the Algarve are ideal for swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing and big-game fishing. The wilder, west coast is, literally, a surfer’s paradise. Southern Portugal boasts many championship-standard golf courses. You’ll not wander far before encountering a romaria (religious pilgrimage), a festa (festival) or a feira (fair) which bring entire towns to a standstill. Experience delicious Portuguese specialities like pasties de bacalhau (cod fishcakes) and linguado grelhado (grilled sole) washed down with some good-quality local wine or the drink synonymous with Portugal - Port. Allow the Atlantic breeze, the feel of the sun and the spirit of this country to sink into your skin

Last visit to Portugal: Feb 1993
Intro Updated Jun 22, 2005
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PORTUGALS AIRLINE. Favorites (10)

Fly T.A.P Air Portugal. This airline is international and also very comfortable. more travel advice

"A PONTE MAIS OCIDENTAL DO CONTINENTE... Favorites (10)

This is the most eastern point of the European continent,just north of Lisbon on the way to Porto. All the scenery from... more travel advice

BUILDINGS Off The Beaten Path (1)

Here at a church as you can see the buildings are very old, some 900 years old. The buildings bring an aura to them... more travel advice

TILES Favorites (10)

Tiles tell many stories in Portugal. more travel advice

Nightlife (1)
THE LISBON WATERFRONT.
Transportation (5)
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Things to Do (4)
See All MOSTERO DOS JERONIMOS.

Shopping (1)
SHOPPING,(THIS ONE IS FOR THE GIRLS).
Restaurants (1)
CAFES IN ROMANTIC PORTUGAL.
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nora_south_africa Apr 26, 2008 at 3:01 AM Report Abuse

great tips thanx
AnaDomingos Aug 26, 2005 at 12:27 AM Report Abuse

The Euro became the official currency of Portugal in the first day of 2002, until there only Escudos were accepted in money transactions.
dejavu2gb Jun 24, 2005 at 1:43 AM Report Abuse

Great pics on your Portugal page!! Wil have to visit it sometime for their Peri Peri Chicken, want to see how authentic Nandos are... :)
bugalugs Jun 12, 2005 at 2:14 PM Report Abuse

Only visited Portugal once but thought it was lovely, your photography is splendid
whitecliff62 Jun 10, 2005 at 11:23 PM Report Abuse

I've always fancied visiting Portugal, my old man went a few years ago, said it was great.
deecat Mar 28, 2005 at 10:34 AM Report Abuse

I kept searching for the beautiful girl (your trademark) and did not discover it! A great read, still. Outstanding introduction and photo is super. Some useful, helpful tips for the traveler. What a wonderful country to visit.
Braveheart.southafrr Feb 23, 2005 at 5:38 PM Report Abuse

Great Page Wee-Pee .......................Kenneth
ettenaj Oct 20, 2004 at 3:19 PM Report Abuse

Never got as far as Lisbon must try to get there one day.
muddybok Sep 18, 2004 at 11:49 PM Report Abuse

Great pics & tips. Yeh! Never trust gals when come to shopping!!
damaris05 Aug 15, 2004 at 1:24 PM Report Abuse

Beautiful Pictures, Helpful information! Hope to go there soon!