What are the famous tourist attractions in Portugal?

Lisbon has a population of 600,000, and the surrounding satellite cities have a population of about 2 10/00,000. It is the national political and economic center and the largest port, located in the westernmost part of Europe, with very frequent traffic with Latin America, West Africa and the Mediterranean. Lisbon has retained its inherent tradition, constantly restoring and renovating historical buildings and sculptures, and the landscape of medieval streets still exists today. Many countries in history claimed to have conquered Lisbon and Julius of the Roman Empire. During Caesar's time, Lisbon became the most important city in Lusitania. 1255 became the capital of Portugal. When Mozambique and Angola became independent in 1974, many refugees fled here, so people of different races such as Africans, Asians and Europeans can be seen everywhere in the streets of Lisbon today.

Lisbon was the center of the most powerful empire in the world 400 years ago, but it gradually faded out of the international arena in recent centuries due to the decline of the political and economic environment. Lisbon became the capital of the Portuguese Empire from 1255, and Portugal and Lisbon flourished at the end of 15. Portuguese maritime explorers traveled all over Asia, Africa and South America. 1 755+065438+1October1Lisbon was hit by a big earthquake, which made the glory disappear instantly. Nearly15 people were killed and two-thirds of the cities were destroyed. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Marqu s de Pombal, reconstruction began, and squares and churches were completed in a brand-new Catholic shape.

Lisbon is a small city suitable for walking, with parks and cafes dotted in the middle of buildings from time to time. There are not many historical sites in this city, but some monasteries, palaces and castles are well worth seeing on the basis of proper preservation. In addition, the lively areas include Chiado District, Rossio Square and Alfama District. Although the suburb of Belem is a little far from Lisbon, it does gather quite a few museums and historical sites, which is a must-see spot for a trip to Lisbon. The glory of the Portuguese empire is also preserved here. From well-maintained museums and historical sites, we can remember the prosperity and luxury of the empire.

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Introduction of scenic spots

St George's Town is located at the highest point in Alpha Horse. St Georgetown is definitely a must-see for tourists. From here, you can see a panoramic view of Lisbon and the ocean. The city was built by Visigoths in the 5th century, expanded by Muslims in the 9th century, and became a royal amusement park in the 65438th+5th century. Follow the yellow castle sign on the path and you can get there from the cathedral.

The Moses Monastery in Groni is located on the Teigas River, and it has been declared as an important world heritage site by the United Nations. It is the most representative of Portugal's brilliant architecture in the sea power era, which is a combination of Gothic and Renaissance architectural features and the so-called Manuel style. From the gate to the right, you can see the sculptures of Prince Henry and the twelve disciples of Christ. On the two wings of the monastery are the tombs of the famous poet Camoez and the explorer Visco da Gama. The octagonal cloister inside the monastery has fine stone carvings by sculptors, and the atrium is a beautiful and generous rose garden.

Area: more than 92,000 square kilometers.

Population: over 9.87 million.

Language: Portuguese.

Capital: Lisbon has a population of 830,000.

Religion: Catholicism.

Currency: Portuguese escudo.

Portugal is located in the west of Iberian Peninsula in southwest Europe, bordering Spain in the east and north, and the Atlantic Ocean in the west and south. It is an approximate rectangle with long north-south and narrow east-west. Jardat and Madeira Islands are located in the Atlantic Ocean. North to western Europe and northern Europe; Nantong South America, Africa, the Cape of Good Hope, and even the Gulf oil-producing area and the Far East.

Portugal's terrain is mainly plain, and it inclines from northeast to southwest. Meseta plateau in the north; The central part is mountainous, with an average elevation of 800 ~1000 m. The elevation of Estella is 199 1 m, which is the highest peak in China. The south is hilly; The western coastal areas are coastal plains. The islands of both archipelagos are volcanic islands. Earthquakes are frequent.

Portugal has a pleasant climate, with warm and humid winters and relatively dry summers. The climate changes from time to time, which is roughly the transition from maritime climate to Mediterranean climate. The annual rainfall in the northwest is over 1000 mm, and it can reach 2000 ~ 2500 mm in some mountainous areas. Drought occurs from time to time in the northeast and south of Ruhe River. Madeira Islands has a Mediterranean climate, which is relatively humid, with high temperature and insufficient annual rainfall of 1 1,000mm. Jardal has a humid climate, with annual rainfall exceeding 65,438+0,000mm.

There are many rivers in Portugal, and the longest river, the Douro River, is 320 kilometers long. Followed by the Munger River. Portugal is rich in animal and plant resources. The northern region is mainly a variety of pine trees, oak trees, and a large number of marine pine forests in the marine zone. Chestnut, linden, elm, poplar and coconut trees are widely distributed. There are Quercus variabilis, carob, apricot and fig trees. Wild animals include wild goats, wild boar, deer, wolves and raccoons.

The population of Portugal is about 10.6 million (199 1 year). More than 99% are Portuguese and the rest are Spanish. The population density in the coastal areas of Portugal is relatively high, while the population density in the south is relatively low. The national average density is 1 12 people per square kilometer; The urban population accounts for 40.7%, with males accounting for 47.4 1% and females accounting for 52.59%. Portugal is a country with a large number of overseas immigrants, and the immigration rate ranks first in Europe. Most of them flow to the United States, with Brazil the most. After 1960s, the destination of immigrants moved to industrialized countries in Western Europe.