Tourist guide Portugal

Being the most western country of mainland Europe, Portugal is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the south and by Spain to the north and the east. Portugal is one of Europe’s most colourful countries. From the mountainous North to the rolling plains of the south, you will be able to find spectacular castles, medieval villages, wonderful beaches, a lush landscape and a sweeping coastline – a natural and cultural playground perfect for incentives. Lisbon, the capital, offers extensive possibilities for hosting meetings and conferences, all of which are conveniently located close to the downtown area, easily accessible by public transportation or taxi from the Lisbon international airport. Portugal’s tourism industry keeps growing and represents around 5% of the wealth produced. All main cities in Portugal offer convenient airline and train services, public safety, high-standard hotels and exceptional venues for your events. Portugal is without a doubt, a top quality business tourism destination that will exceed your expectations.

Identity card

Capital :
Lisbon

Main cities :
Lisbon - Porto - Albufeira

Official language :
Portuguese

Currency :
Euro (EUR)
€ 1.00 = AED 5.20 / A$ 1.41 / C$ 1.42 / € 1.00 / NZ$ 1.93 / £ 0.87 / US$ 1.41 / R 9.82

Public Holidays :
New Year's Day: 1 January 2011 / 2012
Carnival / Mardi Gras: 8 March 2011 / 21st February 2012
Good Friday: 22 April 2011 / 6 April 2012
Easter Sunday: 24 April 2011 / 8 April 2012
Easter Monday: 25 April 2011 / 9 April 2012
Liberty Day: 25 April 2011 / 2012
Labour Day: 1 May 2011 / 2012
Camoes / National Day: 10 June 2011 / 2012
Corpus Christi: 23 June 2011 / 7 June 2012
St Anthony's Day: 13 June 2011 / 2012
St John's Day: 24 June 2011 / 2012
Assumption of the Virgin Mary: 15 August 2011 /2012
Republic Day: 5 October 2011 / 2012
All Saints' Day: 1 November 2011 /2012
Restoration Day / Youth Day: 1 December 2011 / 2012
Immaculate Conception: 8 December 2011 / 2012
Christmas Day: 25 December 2011 / 2012