PORTUGAL is a coastal nation in southwestern Europe and is a maritime climate country with hot summer and cold winter. Portugal has an outstanding natural environment which consists of mountains of Iberian Peninsula forests with a deep valley in the north and Tagus River with Mediterranean plant species in the south. It is a great location for retirement not only natural beauty but also great food and low cost of living.
- Capital: Lisbon
- Land Area (sq. km): 91590
- Official Language(s): Portugese
- Population: 10.3 million
- Currency: Euro
- GDP per capita (US$): 23175
- Real GDP growth (% change yoy): 2.3%
- Inflation (% change yoy): 1.7%
- Unemployment (% labour force): 7.0%
Health & Welfare
Comprehensive social insurance including maternity leave, unemployment benefits, old age pensions, disability and survivor benefits, 100% paid medical and pharmaceutical expenses.
Economy & Jobs
Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, manufacturing, construction, and tourism.
Main Attractions
Lisbon, Lagos beaches, and Sintra town
