 An independent kingdom since 1143, Portugal established its continental frontiers in 1297 and is one of the oldest nations in Europe. Situated on the west side of the Iberian Peninsula, its geographic location along the Atlantic coast soon determined its vocation to the sea.
In 1415, the Portuguese set sail on an epic voyage that would make them the first to discover the ocean routes to India, Brazil, China and Japan, and at the same time founded settlements on the east and west coasts of Africa. The natural advantages of a sunny country with such diverse geographic features
have turned Portugal into a chosen destination for many holidaymakers, an ideal
place for practicing water sports, playing golf and cycling.
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