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Portugal is a country known for medical and international tourism and is located in southwestern Europe. The country is full of hospitals, research centers, educational institutes, and many tourist attractions. Portugal is bordered to the Atlantic Ocean and Spain. Portugal uses Euro currency and Portuguese as its official language. English is also commonly spoken there by international tourists. Therefore, if you come here don’t forget to bring euros with you.

Portugal has a population of more than ten million people living in the dazzling along with a full enjoying culture. Throughout the year, different annual events, music and art exhibitions, and many festivals occur. So you wouldn’t get bored at any time of the day if you are living in Portugal.

Climate

Portugal has a temperate climate and is influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. From November to March, rainfall generally occurs. Annual precipitation mounts up to 1450mm. Winter season runs from December to February with an average temperature of 10 Degrees Celsius. While the Summer season runs from June to mid-September with a warm and sunny climate. The average temperature in summer is about 25 Degrees Celsius. The best months to visit the pleasant cities of Portugal are May, June, and September when the weather is very pleasant and cool. If you are visiting this beautiful country in winter, you must bring some warm clothes or even a rain jacket.

Transportation

Portugal has everything in terms of public transportation like trams, metro, bus, train, airports, and taxies. So if you are visiting this terrific country, you don’t need to worry about getting through the country. Best choice to travel when you are not carrying much luggage is metro. Buses can also be used as they are fast, convenient, and cheaper. You can also hire a taxi to travel long distances in quick but it can often be expensive. Moreover, Portugal also has many international airports that are listed below:

• Lisbon Airport
• Porto Airport
• Faro Airport
• Madeira Airport
• Ponta Delgada Airport

Main Hospitals

Portugal is very famous for medical tourism all over the world because of its hospitals and several clinics that provide high-quality medical and surgical treatment services along with 24-hour emergency services. There are several reasons to choose Portugal for medical tourism like there is no waiting list, complete privacy, highly-qualified staff and physicians, and medical care in the fields of Oncology, Neurology, Sports Medicine and many more. Some of the best hospitals in Portugal are listed below:

• Hospital da Luz
• Sao Jose Hospital
• Braga Public Hospital
• Hospital Egas Moniz
• CUF Descobertas Hospital
• Hospital Lusiadas Lisbon
• CUF Porto Hospital
• Hospital Particular de Almada
• Hospital Julio de Matos
• Hospital do Espirito Santo de Evora
• Centro Hospitalar do Tamega E Sousa

Tourist Attractions

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In addition to health care sectors and the public transportation system, Portugal is not much behind in international tourism as well. Throughout the year, thousands of people visit Portugal and spend some spectacular holidays there. Portugal is full of charming resorts, beautiful parks, historical castles, rushy beaches, and museums, etc. Here are the top tourist attractions in Portugal:

• Alcobaca Monastery
• University of Coimbra
• Capela dos Ossos
• Cabo Girao
• Sao Jorge Castle
• Obidos Castle
• Cais da Ribeira
• Praia da Marinha
• Belem Tower
• Pena National Palace