Portugal Map
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Online Map of Portugal
About Portugal
Portugal (officially the Portuguese Republic) occupies the westernmost portion of the Iberian Peninsula in Southern Europe. The country borders Spain to the north and eastwhile the Atlantic Ocean borders its western and southern coasts. The territory also includes two autonomous regions: the archipelagos of Madeira and the Azores in the Atlantic Ocean.
The country covers an area of 35,610 square miles (92,230 square kilometers)making it one of the smaller countries in Europe. Portugal maintains a population of 10.6 million people as of 2023with most residents concentrated in the coastal regions near Lisbon and Porto.
Lisbon serves as the capital and largest citywith approximately 567,000 residents in the city proper and 3 million in the metropolitan area. The city functions as Portugal's primary economic and political center. Portothe second-largest cityholds significant importance as a commercial hub and stands as the center of the northern regionparticularly notable for its port wine production and export industry.
The Portuguese economy relies heavily on servicesmanufacturingand tourism. The country maintains strong sectors in automotive manufacturingtextilesfootwearand cork production – Portugal produces about 50% of the world's cork. The technology sector has shown significant growthwith major international companies establishing operations in Portuguese cities. The country's membership in the European Union and use of the euro currency facilitate international trade and investment.
Tourism represents a crucial component of Portugal's economycontributing approximately 15% to the GDP. The country attracts visitors with its extensive coastlinefeaturing numerous beaches and surf spots. The Algarve region in the south draws millions of tourists annually with its Mediterranean climate and coastal resorts. Historic cities like PortoCoimbraand Lisbon offer well-preserved medieval architecturemuseumsand historic districts. The country contains 17 UNESCO World Heritage sitesincluding the Tower of BelémJerónimos Monasteryand the historic center of Porto.
Portugal's climate varies from north to southwith the north experiencing mild temperatures and significant rainfallwhile the south maintains a Mediterranean climate with warmer temperatures and less precipitation. This diverse climate supports various agricultural activitiesincluding wine production in the Douro Valleyolive cultivationand cork oak forests.
The Portuguese languagespoken by approximately 250 million people worldwidereflects the country's historical influence through its former colonial empire. BrazilAngolaMozambiqueand several other nations maintain Portuguese as their official languagecreating significant cultural and economic ties with Portugal.
The country maintains a developed infrastructure networkincluding modern highwayshigh-speed rail connectionsand three major international airports in LisbonPortoand Faro. The Port of Sines serves as one of Europe's largest deep-water portsfacilitating international trade.
Natural resources include fish stocks in the exclusive economic zonewhich spans approximately 1,727,408 square kilometers of the Atlantic Ocean. The country also maintains significant mineral depositsincluding copperlithiumtungstenand tin. Portugal leads in renewable energy utilizationwith wind and solar power contributing substantially to its energy grid.
The education system includes 15 public universities and numerous polytechnic institutes. The University of Coimbrafounded in 1290ranks among the oldest continuously operating universities in the world. Portuguese research institutions maintain strong positions in marine sciencebiotechnologyand engineering fields.
The Facts:| Capital: | Lisbon |
| Area: | 35,610 sq mi (92,230 sq km) |
| Population: | ~ 10,639,726 (2023 estimate) |
| Official language: | Portuguese |
| Religion: | 84.8% Christianity - 80.2% Catholicism - 4.6% other Christian 14.1% no religion |
| Currency: | Euro (€) (EUR) |
| Driving side: | right |
| Calling code: | +351 |
| Internet TLD: | .pt |
| Official government website: | www.portugal.gov.pt |
| Official tourism website: | www.visitportugal.com |
Google Map of Portugal
List of Largest Cities in Portugal
- Aveiro (81,000)
- Queluz (79,300)
- Barreiro (78,300)
- Faro (68,000)
- Ponta Delgada (67,200)
- Póvoa de Varzim (64,300)
- Portimão (60,200)
- Montijo (55,700)
- Évora (53,500)
- Rio Tinto (51,500)
The Best Coastal Towns and Cities in Portugal: Albufeira Câmara de Lobos Olhão Lagos Ponta Delgada Vilamoura Comporta Cascais Costa da Caparica Azenhas do Mar Tavira Costa Nova Quarteira Porto Covo Peniche Odeceixe Ericeira Praia da Rocha Vila do Conde Porto Moniz Sesimbra Nazaré Ferragudo Viana Do Castelo.
Main sights in Portugal: Jerónimos MonasteryLisbon OceanariumSanctuary of Bom Jesus do MonteBelém TowerSintra National PalaceSão Jorge CastleClérigos ChurchConvent of ChristUniversity of CoimbraCastle of GuimarãesCalouste Gulbenkian MuseumPraia da MarinhaPalace of MafraPalácio da BolsaCapela dos OssosCabo Girao.
Districts of Portugal
| District | Population | Area (sq mi) | Area (sq km) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azores | 240,000 | 908 | 2,351 |
| Aveiro | 702,000 | 1,084 | 2,808 |
| Beja | 145,000 | 3,948 | 10,225 |
| Braga | 848,000 | 1,032 | 2,673 |
| Bragança | 123,000 | 2,548 | 6,600 |
| Castelo Branco | 178,000 | 2,577 | 6,675 |
| Coimbra | 409,000 | 1,524 | 3,947 |
| Évora | 153,000 | 2,854 | 7,393 |
| Faro | 469,000 | 1,920 | 4,960 |
| Guarda | 143,000 | 2,131 | 5,518 |
| Leiria | 459,000 | 1,357 | 3,515 |
| Lisbon | 2,280,000 | 1,081 | 2,800 |
| Madeira | 251,000 | 309 | 801 |
| Portalegre | 105,000 | 2,342 | 6,065 |
| Porto | 1,790,000 | 925 | 2,395 |
| Santarém | 425,000 | 2,605 | 6,747 |
| Setúbal | 875,000 | 1,955 | 5,064 |
| Viana do Castelo | 232,000 | 871 | 2,255 |
| Vila Real | 186,000 | 1,671 | 4,328 |
| Viseu | 352,000 | 1,933 | 5,007 |
Regions of Portugal
| Region | Capital | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Region | Porto | 8,218 sq mi (21,284 sq km) | 3,600,000 |
| Center Region | Coimbra | 10,888 sq mi (28,200 sq km) | 2,230,000 |
| Lisbon Region | Lisbon | 1,159 sq mi (3,001 sq km) | 2,875,000 |
| Alentejo Region | Évora | 12,202 sq mi (31,603 sq km) | 705,000 |
| Algarve Region | Faro | 1,915 sq mi (4,960 sq km) | 470,000 |
| Madeira Autonomous Region | Funchal | 309 sq mi (801 sq km) | 255,000 |
| Azores Autonomous Region | Ponta Delgada | 901 sq mi (2,333 sq km) | 237,000 |
Geography of Portugal
Bordering Countries: Spain.Seas and Oceans: Atlantic OceanGulf of Cádiz.
Islands of Portugal: Azores archipelago Corvo Faial Flores Graciosa Pico Santa Maria São Jorge São Miguel Terceira Madeira Porto Santo Desertas.
Major Rivers: TagusDouroMinhoGuadianaMondegoSadoZêzereVougaTâmegaMiraAlvielaArdilaAruncaBalsemãoGilãoGuadianaLimaNabão.
Highest Mountains In Portugal: Pico (2,351m) Torre (1,993m) Pico Ruivo (1,861m) Pico das Torres (1,851m) Pico do Arieiro (1,818m) Cidrão (1,802m) Cedro (1,759m) Alto da Pedrice (1,758m) Casado (1,725m) Poios Brancos (1,704m) Santinha (1,595m) Nevosa (1,548m) Larouco (1,536m) São Bento (1,530m) Taloeiros (1,517m).