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Portugal
 Portugal shares the
Iberian Peninsula with
Spain and is at the southwestern corner of the European continent. Because of its location,
Portugal is slightly out of the European mainstream for
travelers looking for something different along with a lot of sunshine and beauty. Its
Atlantic Ocean coastline is dotted with picturesque
fishing villages and historic port cities, including
Lisbon,
Porto, and
Sagres. The
Portuguese people have their own language which has Romantic (Latin) roots like French and Spanish. Furthermore, the
Portuguese language provides a beautiful background for melodic folksongs. Visitors to Portugal also should try to visit the
Island of Madera
Visitors to
Portugal like the blend of the old and new. In
Porto, for example, visitors can traverse the narrow streets with ancient houses clustered on the hillsides before they move onto the picturesque
Douro Valley. Also, visitors to Porto find that savoring the local port at its many interesting
restaurants. Shoppers in Porto can buy the filigree jewelry, linens, and leather goods from the local artisans and craftsmen in the quaint shops that feature the examples of the northern Portuguese life and
culture.
Lisbon, a port city, is the largest city in Portugal where visitors can find interesting seafood dishes including a special dried salted cod or hearty fish stews served with great desserts and rich
Portuguese wines. The city sights of Lisbon include
castles, museums, and
gardens. Lisbon also is a center of art, culture, film, and music in
Portugal. In
downtown Lisbon, there are many shops featuring
Portuguese arts and crafts.
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