Portugal Italia

 Location & Geography

• Situated in southwestern Europe, on the Iberian Peninsula.

• Bordered by Spain to the east and north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south.

• Includes the Azores and Madeira archipelagos.

2. Capital & Major Cities

• Capital: Lisbon

• Other major cities: Porto, Braga, Coimbra, Faro

3. Language

• Official Language: Portuguese

4. Government

• Type: Parliamentary Republic

• President: Ceremonial head

• Prime Minister: Head of government

5. Economy

• High-income economy

• Key industries: Tourism, wine (notably Port wine), textiles, automotive parts, and electronics

• Member of the EU and uses the Euro (€)

6. Culture & Heritage

• Known for Fado music, Portuguese tiles (azulejos), historic explorers (e.g., Vasco da Gama).

• Rich maritime history during the Age of Discovery.

• Cuisine: seafood (bacalhau), pastries (pastel de nata), olive oil, wines.

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Italy

1. Location & Geography

• Located in southern Europe, extends into the Mediterranean Sea.

• Bordered by France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia.

• Includes islands like Sicily and Sardinia.

2. Capital & Major Cities

• Capital: Rome

• Other major cities: Milan, Florence, Venice, Naples, Turin

3. Language

• Official Language: Italian

• Regional languages/dialects are also spoken (Sicilian, Venetian, Sardinian, etc.)

4. Government

• Type: Parliamentary Republic

• President: Head of state

• Prime Minister: Head of government

5. Economy

• One of the world’s largest economies

• Known for: Fashion, automotive (Ferrari, Fiat), tourism, agriculture, design, and luxury goods

• Member of the EU and uses the Euro (€)

6. Culture & Heritage

• Birthplace of the Roman Empire and Renaissance

• Renowned for art (Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo), architecture, opera, and cuisine.

• UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Highest number in the world.

• Cuisine: Pasta, pizza, gelato, espresso, wine.

Portugal vs Italy Key Differences

Category	Portugal	Italy
Area	~92,000 km²	~301,000 km²
Population	~10 million	~59 million
Language	Portuguese	Italian
Capital	Lisbon	Rome
Global Influence	Maritime exploration, Fado, Port wine	Roman Empire, Renaissance, Fashion, Cuisine
Economy Focus	Tourism, agriculture, services	Luxury goods, industry, tourism, fashion
Famous Foods	Bacalhau, Pastel de nata, Vinho do Porto	Pizza, Pasta, Gelato, Espresso