Portugal

Portugal

Portugal is a country in Southern Europe with an area of more than 92 thousand square kilometers. The population is over 10 million people. The capital is Lisbon.

People come here to relax on the landscaped beaches, walk through the streets of ancient cities and admire the architectural monuments. It is best to come here from the end of May to the end of October. You can also arrange a trip on Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve. The climate is warm, and the temperature difference between winter and summer is about 5 °C.

Celebrations are often held in Portugal. In February, the samba master's art is demonstrated. The sardine Festival is organized in the summer. Folklore groups perform in autumn. The torada season (Portuguese bullfighting) runs from Easter to September. It's a spectacular sight, the animals don't die during the fighting. Seafood predominates in the national cuisine. Octopus is served as an appetizer. Tuna salads are popular. Soups are chosen as the main course. Locals recommend trying gazpacho.

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