About Portugal

With a population of 10 million inhabitants and a surface of 91,985 square km is situated in the west of the Iberian Peninsula.

This geographic location along the Atlantic coast soon determined its vocation to the sea.
In 1415, the Portuguese set sail on en 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.
One of the most popular Portuguese who belongs to this period is Vasco da Gama.
Traces of this worldwide historic presence may be seen as trademarks of the Portuguese genius.

The Portuguese language became one of the most widely spoken in the world and the Portuguese people were privileged by being exposed to so many different civilizations.
The vast monumental, artistic and archaeological heritage gives evidence not only of the 850 years of history of encounters with distant cultures, but also of the presence in the territory of more ancient peoples.

The natural advantages of a sunny country with such diverse geographical features have turned Portugal into a chosen destination for many holidaymakers, an ideal place for practicing water sports and playing golf, offering modern tourist facilities.