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Portugal (Capital: Lisbon)

The President of India is on an official visit to Portugal.

Political Features:

  • Portugal is the westernmost point of Europe and lies on the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula.
  • Boundaries: Spain (north and east), North Atlantic Ocean (South and west).
  • It includes 2 autonomous regions: the archipelagos of Madeira and Azores, in the Atlantic Ocean.
  • Lisbon is one of Europe's oldest cities. 

Geographical Features:

  • Climate: Maritime temperate; cool and rainy in north, warmer and drier in south.
  • Terrain: The west-flowing Tagus River divides the country; the north is mountainous while the south is characterized by rolling plains.
  • Highest point: Ponta do Pico (Pico or Pico Alto)
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