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Portuguese Language and Culture
Portuguese is the main, official language of the Portuguese Republic and of its far flung, former colonies in Africa, Latin America, and Asia. It is both distinct from and similar to the continental Spanish of neighboring Spain. Questions typically refer to the language's poetic achievements in literature; pivotal roles in colonial exploration and European technology; and particular interactions with regional languages and dialects.
554 Questions
Why did the Portuguese go to Japan?
To locate new trade partners, expanding the largest and longest-lasting Empire in history.
How large is the city of Lisbon Portugal?
A total of 32.7 square miles [84.8 square kilometers] is the land area of the city of Lisbon [Lisboa]. The Lisbon Metropolitan Area has a total area of 1,141.9 square miles [2,957.4 square kilometers]. Lisbon is Portugal's capital and largest city.
Hot in the summer (about 25 to 30ºC), not too hot or cold in the autumn and spring (from 10ºC to 25ºC) and in the winter it's cold but not that much (from 0ºC to 15ºC). Usually rains more in the winter and spring.
It always hotter and dryer the more southwards you go in Portugal.
How much is a US dollar worth in Portugal?
On March 24, 2010 one U.S. Dollar [USD] equals 0.75 Euros. One Euro equals $1.33 USD. The Euro replaced the Escudo as Portugal's currency in 2002.
What are the names of the Portugal 1966 World Cup Team?
Portugal took third place in the 1966 World Cup. The coach for the Portugal Squad was Otto Martins Gloria [January 9, 1917-September 4, 1986]. The Portugal Squad had 22 players.
1. Americo Lopes [b. March 6, 1933].
2. Joaquim da Silva Carvalho [b. April 18, 1937].
3. Jose Pereira [b. September 15, 1931].
4. Vicente da Fonseca Lucas [b. September 24, 1935].
5. Germano Luiz de Figueiredo [December 23, 1932-July 14, 2004].
6. Fernando Peres da Silva [b. January 8, 1942].
7. Ernesto Figueiredo [b. July 6, 1937].
8. Joao Lourenco [b. April 8, 1942].
9. Hilario Rosario da Conceicao [b. March 19, 1939].
10. Mario Esteves Coluna [b. August 6, 1935].
11. Antonio Jose Simoes da Costa [b. December 14, 1943].
12. Jose Augusto Pinto de Almeida [b. April 13, 1937].
13. Eusebio da Silva Ferreira [b. January 25, 1942].
14. Fernando da Conceicao Cruz [b. August 12, 1940].
15. Manuel Almeida Duarte [b. May 29, 1945].
16. Jaime da Silva Graca [b. January 10, 1942].
17. Joao Pedro Morais [b. March 6, 1935].
18. Jose Augusto Torres [b. September 8, 1938].
19. Custodio Joao Pinto [b. February 9, 1942].
20. Jose Alexandre da Silva Baptista [b. February 17, 1942].
21. Jose Carlos da Silva Jose [b. September 22, 1941].
22. Alberto Augusto Antunes Festa [b. July 21, 1939].
What major oceans or seas surround Portugal?
Portugal's western and southern coasts are bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. Spain is Portugal's only neighbor. Spain extends along Portugal's eastern and northern borders.
What is the highest mountain in Portugal?
Serra da Estrela [Mountain Range of the Star] is the tallest point in mainland Portugal. It's 6,539 feet [1,993 meters; 1.24 miles] above sea level.
The highest point in all of Portugal [including its two autonomous regions] is Mount Pico [Ponta do Pico] on Pico Island [Ilha do Pico] in the Azores [Região Autónoma dos Açores]. Mount Pico reaches a height of 7,710 feet [2,350 meters; 1.46 miles].
Describe the location of Portugal?
Portugal is located on the Iberian Peninsula. Portugal shares the Iberian Peninsula with its next-door neighbor, Spain, as well as with the British colony of Gibraltar, the Principality of Andorra, and a small part of France. The Iberian Peninsula is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea on the southeast and east. The Atlantic Ocean borders the Peninsula on the north, west, and southwest. The Pyrenees Mountains are on its northeast border.
What is Portugal's national flower?
Lavender [Lavandula spp]is Portugal's national flower. It's in the mint family [Lamiaceae]. There are about 25-30 species of lavender in the world. At least four different species are found in Portugal. Their range within the country runs from the south and southwest, through the center, and into the north and northeast.
What is Portugal's temperature in the summer season?
The highest monthly average temperature in Portugal during the summer is 28 degrees Celsius [82 degrees Fahrenheit] in August. The highest monthly average temperature for June is 25 degrees Celsius [77 degrees Fahrenheit]. The highest monthly average temperature for July is 27 degrees Celsius [81 degrees Fahrenheit].
How many provinces does Portugal have?
Portugal is made up of 18 districts and also has 2 regions.They Districts are called: Aviero, Beja, Braga, Braganca, Castelo Branco, Coimbra, Evora, Faro, Guarda, Leiria, Lisboa, Portalegre, Porto, Santarem, Setubal, Viana do Castelo, Vila Real and Viseu.The regions include Azores and the Madeira Islands.
How many major cities are in Portugal?
Lisbon [Lisboa] is the most famous city in Portugal. It's Portugal's capital city and busiest seaport. Lisbon is located in western Portugal at the point where the Tagus River flows into the Atlantic. It already was a 1,000-year-old town at the time of Roman rule in 205 BC. It was captured by the Moors in the eighth century. In 1147 it was reconquered for Christians under Afonso Henriques (July 25, 1009-December 6, 1185).
Lisbon is the major cultural, economic, and political center of Portugal.
Who wears number 10 shirt for Portugal?
João Filipe Iria Santos Moutinho [b. September 8, 1986] wore number 10 shirt for the recent friendly [exhibition game] between the Portugal National Football Team and China PR National Football Team on March 3, 2010.
Who was Portugal's king in 1505?
Manuel I [May 31, 1469 - December 13, 1521] ruled Portugal in 1505. He was the 14th King of Portugal and the Algarves [Reino Unido de Portugal e Algarves]. He reigned from October 25, 1495 until his death.
Which number does Ronaldo wear for Portugal?
Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro [b. February 5, 1985] wore Number 28 when he played with Sporting Clube de Portugal [Sporting CP]. He was with Sporting from 1997 to 2001 for his youth career. He continued his senior career from 2001 to 2003 with Sporting CP.
What is Portugal's biggest port?
Lisbon [Lisboa] is Portugal's leading seaport. It's the busiest port on the European Atlantic coast. It's located in western Portugal at the point where the Tagus River [Rio Tejo] flows into the Atlantic.
How do you describe Portugal when you are talking about something from Portugal?
You can say Portuguese, or you can say 'from Portugal'.
Who is the most popular in Madeira Portugal?
One of the most popular people in Madeira [Ilha da Madeira] is native son Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro [b. February 5, 1985]. The world famous soccer player is from Santo António, a suburb of Funchal, the capital of the Madeira Autonomous Region [Região Autónoma da Madeira]. He is the world's highest paid soccer player. His 6-year contract with Real Madrid is worth around $132 million [USD].
