Portugal

Portugal, officially known as the Republic of Portugal, is a country located in the southwest of the Iberian Peninsula, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south, and Spain to the north and east. With its ideal geographical location at the meeting point of three continents – America, Europe, and Africa, Portugal has always been at the center of the most important international routes.

Portugal has a pleasant temperate climate: the north has cool and rainy weather, and it gets warmer as you go south. In the summer, the air is hot and dry with little rain, while in the winter, cool, moist winds from the west spread across Portugal.

Portugal is voted among the top 3 peaceful countries, and among the top 10 safest countries in the world (according to data from the International Peace Organization). It also ranks 19th in the world for the best quality of life.

Portugal is a member of the European Union (EU), the Schengen area, and the Eurozone. Portugal’s economy ranks 38th in the world, with its two economic capitals being the capital Lisbon and the city of Porto.