Portugal, with its diverse geographical and climatic regions, offers a variety of destinations that provide a pleasant escape from the heat. This guide highlights the coolest parts of Portugal to ...

Portugal is geographically positioned in the Northern and Western hemispheres of the Earth. Situated in the westernmost part of Europe, Portugal is bordered by Spain in the north and east; and by ...

The Kingdom of Asturias was later divided so that northern "Portugal" became part of the Kingdom of León. Initially a vassal of the Kingdom of León, Portugal grew in power and territory and gained de ...

who became Count of Portugal in 1096, part of the Kingdom of Galicia. After his death his wife Teresa was defeated by his son Alphonso Henriques, who then declared the independence of Portugal in 1139 ...