Clues
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Identity & symbols
Language
Portuguese is the official language, using the Latin alphabet with accents like á, é, í, ó, ú, and the special character ç.
Culture
Presence of Fado music and Portuguese cuisine; street markets and cafés are common.
Miscellaneous
Distinctive yellow street signs indicating locations; presence of trams in cities like Lisbon.
Capital
Lisbon
Environment & landscape
Environment
Varied landscapes including coastal areas, mountains, and vineyards; Mediterranean climate.
Infrastructure
Mix of modern and historical architecture; cobblestone streets in older areas; azulejos (ceramic tiles) on buildings.
Coverage
True
Foliage
Common tree types include cork oak, eucalyptus, and pine, while grasses are often Mediterranean in nature, adapting to the dry climate.
Topography
Portugal features a diverse landscape with mountainous regions such as the Serra da Estrela, rolling hills, and flat coastal plains.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates are white with a blue band on the left side; blue letters and numbers.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs are typically blue, green, or red with white text; many signs use pictograms.
Stop
Stop signs in Portugal read 'PARE'.
Bollards
Bollards in Portugal are typically painted in bright colors and may feature unique decorative designs, often made of concrete or metal.
Poles
Utility poles in Portugal are generally wooden and may have multiple cables attached, including power lines and telecommunications wires.