History of portugal

D. Afonso Henriques (1139-1185)

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During the Age of Exploration, which began in the 15th century and lasted until the 17th century, the Portuguese were recognized as one of the most accomplished maritime countries. Portuguese explorers were crucial in expanding the known world and opening up new trade routes, both of which had a great impact on the economy of ... Read more

The tombs of King Pedro and Inês de Castro tell a tragic love story, famous across Portugal. Find out more about their love!

December 1,1640: Portuguese Restoration Day Portugal’s Revolution of 1640 ended the 60 year rule of Portugal by Spain. Peace was restored in 1668 with the help of English mediation, by the Treaty of...

Medieval castles, sandy and golden beaches, colorful fishing villages, captivating cities and magical vineyards, all of this can be found only in one country in western Europe, in Portugal. Not only this country has the charm and beauty, but also amazing history and delicious food that will knock you of your feet. If you are planning your dreamy honeymoon in Portugal, then you are at the right place. We rounded up 6 stunning spots to visit with your better half. Check them out! You'll…

Infanta Isabella of Castile, Duchess of York was the daughter of King Peter of Castile and María de Padilla. She was a younger sister of Constance, Duchess of Lancaster. On March 1, 1372, Isabella married Edmund of Langley, 1st Duke of York, he was the fourth son of Edward III of England and Philippa of Hainault, at...

At Belém they were all kneeling at his side: Paulo da Gama, his brother, with Nicolau Coelho and Gonçalo Nunes, his other captains and their pilots, Pero de Alenquer, João de Coimbra, Pero Escolar, Afonso Gonçalves; and likewise the “secretaries” Diogo Dias, João de Sá and Álvaro de Braga. Bartolomeu Dias was also there, for […]

Vasco da Gama, Portuguese navigator whose voyages to India in the late 15th and early 16th centuries opened up the sea route from western Europe to the East by way of the Cape of Good Hope.

This list breaks down the long history of Portugal and the areas which make up modern Portugal into bite-sized chunks to give you a quick overview.