Deckker, Zilah.

Portugal / Zilah Deckker. - Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, c2009. - 64 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 25 cm. - National Geographic countries of the world. .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 61) and index.

Geography: Edge of Europe -- Nature: Country of forests -- History: Changing the world -- People & culture: Saudade! -- Government & economy: New for old.

Wander the charmed streets of Lisbon, once the heart of a powerful empire. Hear the haunting strains of fado, the music that tugs on nostalgia's heartstrings. Discover the land of explorers who once conquered the world. Revel in traditional folk festivals; enjoy bountiful markets offering fish, fruit, and flowers. Meet the passionate Portuguese who savor life slowly.

ISBN: 9781426303906 (hbk.) 1426303904 (hbk.)

LCCN: 2009275584

Subjects--Geographic Terms:
Portugal.

LC Class. No.: DP517 / D43 2009

Dewey Class. No.: 946.9044