Tag: Portuguese

The unification of Spain was by a different route than that of either France or England. The customary rivalry between the feudal aristocracy and the royal authority was complicated by another significant element - a religious crusade. National unification required the ejection of the Muslims, with ...

Portugal has a rich Catholic tradition that has produced saints who hold significant influence within the global Church. These saints, from Saint Anthony of Padua to the more recent Francisco and Jacinta Marto, have impacted Catholic spirituality, liturgy, and missionary work, and their influence co...

Portugal’s history as an established nation is relatively recent compared to the antiquity of its lands. The region’s story begins thousands of years before Portugal existed as a country, with early human presence dating back to the Paleolithic era. Over the millennia, Portugal’s territory on the Ib...

Porto’s Real Estate Market at a Crossroads Porto is emerging as a key destination for institutional and private capital seeking long-term returns in Southern Europe. Strategic infrastructure investments, a growing population, and the city’s positioning as a technology and services hub have accelerat...

Portuguese ahead of other Europeans in Africa and Asia Portuguese Maritime TradePortuguese inland in Africa in the early 1500sExpansion and Slave Trading from Luanda Portuguese voyages: places with first arrival dates Portuguese Expansion in the early 1500s By 1500, the Portuguese had already sailed...

Portugal, with its rich history and deep-rooted religious traditions, is home to numerous Christian sites that attract pilgrims and tourists alike. When traveling, make sure you need an International Driver's License in Portugal to drive and rent a car, especially if you are from the US. Here are te...