Portugal
Western Europe, Portugal
Portugal
People from Portugal are called:
Male/General:
Portuguese
Pronunciation:
/ˌpɔːrtʃəˈɡiːz/
Etymology & Origin
From 'Portus Cale', the ancient name for Porto, meaning 'port of Cale'.
About Portugal
- Capital city: Lisbon.
- EU member since 1986, Euro area member since 1999.
- Atlantic maritime nation known for exploration and discovery.
- Famous for port wine, fado music, and beautiful coastline.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 10,467,366 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Portugal
- Region:
- Western Europe