Portugal
Portugal occupies the western edge of Europe, facing the Atlantic that its explorers once sailed into the unknown. Today it pairs that seafaring past with port wine, azulejo tiles and endless coastline.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
Two vertical fields, green at the hoist and a larger red at the fly, with the national coat of arms over the join. The arms carry an armillary sphere recalling the Age of Discovery and a shield of castles and blue escutcheons; the green is popularly linked to hope and the red to the 1910 republican revolution, though these readings are unofficial.
Portugal FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Lisbon |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 10,347,892 |
| Area | 92,225 km² |
| Population density | 112 /km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official language | Portuguese |
| Calling code | +351 |
| Internet TLD | .pt |
| Time zone | UTC±00:00 |
| Drives on the | Right |
| ISO codes | PT / PRT |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- Portuguese explorers pioneered the Age of Discovery, with Vasco da Gama opening the sea route to India.
- It's the world's leading producer of cork, harvested from the bark of cork oak trees.
- Port wine takes its name from the city of Porto, from where it was historically shipped.
- Lisbon is one of the oldest cities in Western Europe, predating cities like London and Paris.
- The University of Coimbra, founded in 1290, is one of the oldest universities in continuous operation.
Portugal FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Portugal?
The capital of Portugal is Lisbon.
What is the population of Portugal?
Portugal has a population of about 10,347,892.
What currency does Portugal use?
Portugal uses the Euro (EUR).
What languages are spoken in Portugal?
The official language of Portugal is Portuguese.
Think you know your flags? Play Flag Daily → · Browse all countries →