Formation
Oct 5, 1143
Portugal
Capital
Lisbon
Population
10.33 million (2021)
Portugal
About
Located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe, it features the westernmost point in continental Europe. In the 15th and 16th centuries, it was a maritime and commercial empire. Its colonies spread from Europe to Africa, South America, North America, Oceania, Southeast, and South Asia.
Trivia
The most famous dessert in Portugal is a custard tart. The country is also known for its port wine. It is home to the world’s largest cork forest and is the largest cork producer. Pena Palace is a famous tourist destination as it was initially built as a summer residence for the Portuguese royal famil.
