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Portugal
Portugal, or the Portuguese Republic, is a country located in southwestern Europe. Its capital city is Lisbon.
2,714 Questions
Who invaded Portugal in the peninsula war?
Phillip II of Spain conquered Portugal and as Phillip I was also King of Portugal 1580-1598
Is Silva spanish or Portuguese?
Silva is obviously a Portuguese name, not found in any other Latin language with any remarkable frequency.
While yielding from Portugal, the name came to Brazil and other Portuguese African colonies. While there are Pure European Descent In Brazil and African colonies, It is also common to find african-Brazilians and African descendents who sport the name Silva.
In the case of Isaiah, it is clear he was born in the US and is of European descent (portuguese). But he might also be descendent of Mexicans or other Spanish countries where Portuguese also went to trade and do business.
Why did the portuguese travel to India by sea not by land around 1500?
Previously, the Europeans could reach the eastern spice markets in caravans through the deserts. In the late 14th century the Ottoman Turks blocked the way to the east. So, the traders had to find a new route to the East.
Who is the President of Portugal in 2013?
Anibal António Cavaco Silva is the President of Portugal in 2013, having served in this position since 2006 March 9.
Born 1939 July 15, Silva served 2-years of compulsory military time in 1964 and became a teacher in 1966. He entered politics after the Carnation Revolution, joining the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and later became its leader in 1985. He became the prime minister on 1985 November 6 and served until 1995 October 28. Cavaco Silva ran for president in 1996, but was defeated. He ran again, and was elected on 2006 January 22, and re-elected on 2011 January 23.
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What food does Portuguese people eat?
Portugal is a country, so it doesn't eat anything, but the Portuguese people do eat.
Portuguese people eat many different things, but you will find many fish dishes since it is a country very connected (culturally and physically) with the ocean. Actually some studies say that Portugal is the 3rd country that most consume fish per capita in the world, being Iceland and Japan the top 2.
Portugal also has a vast variety of meat dishes. Being the "chouriço", "linguiça" and "enchidos" in general one of the pride products of Portugal.
Other thing that you might find different in Portugal is that Portuguese people love soup. Soup is a essential dish in Portugal, you will find it everywhere, there are some fast food chains that specialize in it and only sells soup dishes.
Bread is also very important and you will find a huge variety of it everywhere.
Portugal is a Mediterranean country facing the Atlantic ocean, so you will find that the country follows the usual Mediterranean cuisine. Olive oil, garlic, tomatoes and onions are the base of most dishes.
Value is too difficult to be accurate without seeing the gun. Condition which includes the amount of original finish and original configuration will determine value. Recommend taking it to a gun shop for appraisal.
You have high mountains, forests, plains, beaches, a little bit of everything minus the desert haha
How many years after China began voyages of exploration did Portugal conquer cueta in north Africa?
10 years
What does the Portuguese accent sound like?
The average portuguese has evolved mostly in stature over the years.
Our average youth's height as reached 5.8 feet only recently. We can be white, black or maybe brown skinned, black or dark brown haired and either brown or black eyed.
So, average latin-arabic looking I suppose, could look like some asians as well if their forefathers were militaries or seamen, anyway, it depends! It's a complicated race.
How did Portugal lead European exploration in the 1400s?
Their desire to seek trade routes, especially for spices (Asia).
A major cause of the decline of the Portuguese empire was?
There were actually 4 reasons. They were: 1) Not enough money
2) Not enough people
3) Lack of Size
4) Conquested by Spain
How many kings were there in Portugal history?
A total of 36 kings (actually 3 were Queens) ruled Portugal from 1139 (D. Afonso Henriques) until 1910 (D. Manuel II).
For a full list:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kings_of_portugal
What countries of Poland and Portugal are located on what continent?
Poland and Portugal are both located in Europe.
Where did Saint Elizabeth of Portugal live?
After King Denis died, she lived in voluntary poverty in Coimbra, near Santa Clara Convent in "Paços de Santa Ana"
What is the country code and area code of Mirandela Portugal?
The country code and area code of Arganil, Portugal is 351, 235.
When did portuguese came to India?
Portugal was not discovered. Portugal was pioneer in The Discoveries!
Portugal was not discovered ... Portugal is an European country and as such it had advanced civilizations for millenniums living there . The term "discovered" only applies to more isolated countries and continents like Oceania and America not European countries that were the center of western advanced civilization.
Can you take meat in your luggage to Portugal?
Like any other EU country, just food that is packed and had been submitted to a approved quality control can cross the border.
Any attempt of border crossing with animal and or plants seeds or products made from them, that are not approved drive to apprehension of goods, heavy fines and possible detention until being presented to judge in the next working day.
Who claimed Brazil for Portugal?
While Brazil was inhabited by various native tribes at the time, when Portuguese explorer Pedro Alvarez Cabral landed there in 1500, he claimed the territory for Portugal. Portuguese is the official language of Brazil.
