Portugal google map
An exceptional state which coped to keep its traditions and country design being a component of modern Europe with all the advantages of advanced technology is Portugal. It seems like time stopped there to admire its beautiful scenery. Country is placed in Southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula, which it shares with Spain. Portuguese is the official language here, nevertheless the second official language, used in a few regions of the state is Mirandese. Portugal map, neighbors Spain on the Iberian Peninsula and Atlantic Ocean by equally west and south shoreline. Country is considered to be the tourist’s paradise because of sunny weather, extensive and interesting coast and splendid little villages. The metropolis of Portugal is Lisbon.
The weather of Portugal may be subdivided in two. It is marine in the north and Mediterranean in the south. It is as well one of the hottest countries of Europe. Summers are warm and barren. Winters are cool and moist. Spring and autumn are the best seasons to get to Portugal. Unofficial clothes is acceptable. Nonetheless keep in mind not to wear swimsuits in cities. Smoking is allowed after food in eateries. Smoking is not allowed in theaters, cinemas and buses. Tipping is 10 to 15 percent in restaurant and hotels and 10 percent to taxis.
A lot of international airlines like MyTravelLite, bmibaby, GB Airways and Monarch Airlines, Easyjet, Flybe, Jet 2, Flyglobespan, British Airways and SATA supply services for those, who prefer to fly. Lisbon International Airport is the largest airport, located at about 4. 5 miles north of the town. Two chief airlines, providing air travels from Europe are Portugalia Airlines (NI) and the state airline of Portugal is TAP Air Portugal (TP). The last one provides flights to such destinations as Faro, Lisbon and Porto from such countries as France, the UK, Spain, Canada and USA.
approach from the UK by train, fastest way to reach Portugal is to get on Eurostar train to Paris and from Paris to Portugal by Sud-Express. Portugal map and Europe maps you will see on Google europe maps the oficial site.